PhD Project in Oral Cancer Research: This interdisciplinary PhD project focuses on the immunological landscape of tumour-draining lymph nodes in early-stage oral squamous cell cancer (OSCC) to develop biomarkers for treatment stratification. This collaboration between University College London (UCL) and King’s College London (KCL) aims to enhance understanding of immune responses and improve patient outcomes through advanced spatial technologies and international expertise.
PhD Project in Oral Cancer Research
Spatial Profiling of Tumour-Draining Lymph Nodes to Stratify Treatment in Oral Cancer
Designation:
PhD Candidate
Research Area:
Oral Cancer, Immunology, Biomarker Discovery, Treatment Stratification
Location:
University College London & King’s College London, with international collaboration at the Łukasiewicz – PORT Institute in Poland.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A relevant Master’s degree or equivalent in a related field (e.g., biomedical sciences, immunology, etc.)
- Strong background in molecular biology, immunology, or pathology
- Experience in computational analysis or histopathology is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment
Job Description:
The PhD candidate will:
- Investigate the immune architecture and metastatic potential of tumour-draining lymph nodes in early oral cancer.
- Perform high-dimensional spatial immune profiling using multiplex proteomics.
- Develop and test a translational immune-based assay for stratifying treatment decisions.
- Collaborate closely with experts across institutions to validate findings and assess reproducibility.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit:
- A detailed CV
- A cover letter outlining research interests and motivations
- Contact information for two academic referees
- Any additional supporting documents that highlight relevant experience
Applications should be sent to [insert application email or link].
Last Date for Application:
Applications are open until position filled
For more details about the project, prospective candidates are encouraged to reach out or visit the relevant departmental webpage.
