The Cambridge Institute for Medical Research (CIMR) is a vibrant, diverse research institute, part of the internationally renowned University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine and situated on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We offer high-level research training in fundamental biology and medical research.
“Our mission is to determine the molecular mechanisms of disease in order to advance human health.”
To do this, our priority is to train postgraduates for their future research careers. We aim to provide a stimulating and supportive research environment for both non-clinical and clinical trainees. By combining this with cutting edge science and our excellent facilities, CIMR is a great place to undertake your postgraduate study.
Information for prospective students on School of Clinical Medicine postgraduate funding options can be found here.
Current Postgraduate Opportunities at CIMR |
For postgraduates looking for research projects and how to study with us, here are our current opportunities:
Funding |
A full list of PhD funding opportunities for the 2026-2027 intake is available here.
For our MPhil courses funding, opportunities for the 2026-2027 intake is available here.
For details on all funding opportunities at the University of Cambridge and advice, please visit the Postgraduate Study Funding and Postgraduate Admissions Office Funding.
Postgraduate Open Days |
The University of Cambridge Postgraduate Open Day for CIMR takes place on the 7th of November 2025 at 10am.
To book a place, please visit: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/openday.
General Postgraduate Enquiries |
For general enquiries, please contact our postgraduate administrator, Amanda Goldsmith: phdadmin@cimr.cam.ac.uk.
Data Protection |
Details on how we use any personal information you provide to us as a potential student can be found here.