About Us

We are a world-leading cancer research institute dedicated to improving patient lives through discovery science.
Our research will transform our understanding of every stage of a tumour lifecycle. We believe that only through understanding all aspects of the disease can we prevent, detect, and treat cancer so that everybody can lead longer, better lives.
We have built a truly collaborative culture, fostering connections between scientists, healthcare organisations and industry to take our cancer research from bench to bedside. Our state-of-the-art facilities and flexible core funding ensure all 450 staff and students can deliver bold research programmes to accelerate progress for everyone.
We are a department of the University of Cambridge and one of four Cancer Research UK institutes.
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Strategy
Our 7-year strategy supports our vision: to harness the power of discovery research and bring about a world where everybody can lead longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
We aim to deliver cancer research of the highest calibre, serve as the foundation of research in Cambridge, build partnerships with industry and research collaborations, train future leaders in the field, and ensure that all of our efforts enable patients to lead longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
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Research
We aim to gain a deep understanding of every stage of the tumour lifecycle. By studying how tumours grow, adapt, and interact with their surroundings, we aim to uncover crucial insights into their behaviour.
This understanding guides us in developing innovative strategies to prevent, detect, and treat cancer effectively.
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Impact
From diagnostic tests to new imaging methods, our research is already having a positive impact for people with cancer and their families.
We are translating our research into the clinic through clinical trials, partnerships, and spin-out companies.
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Join us
We are looking for talented and passionate scientific and operations staff to join us in our mission to improve patient lives.
We strive to provide a creative and supportive environment for all our staff and students to build a purposeful career that makes a real difference.
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Our Institute
Take a tour of our state-of-the-art facilities, from collecting patient samples at Addenbrooke’s Hospital through to our core facilities and laboratories.
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