UCD School of Medicine Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded

Summary:

Applications are invited for an MSc studentship starting in Autumn 2025 from candidates with a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or a related discipline.

The project

Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) is the most common form of kidney cancer. The project will investigate whether targeting a cell stress pathway called the unfolded protein response may be effective in killing clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) cells.

The project will use cell and molecular biology approaches such as PCR, western blot, colony formation assays, and MTT assays to investigate the impact of modulating the unfolded protein response in ccRCC.

Eligibilities:

• To be considered for the UCD School of Medicine Master's Scholarship, you must:

  Essential:

  • BSc in biochemistry, cell biology, or a related science discipline

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills combined with a proven ability to work well in a team and to develop collaborative relationships

  Desirable:

  • Previous experience in a research laboratory environment

Benefits:

• The UCD School of Medicine Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity that covers tuition and living expenses.

  
  

Deadline:

August 26, 2025

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