Wellcome Sanger Institute
Apply to the Sanger Institute’s Clinical PhD Programme
Clinical PhD fellowships are available for clinical health professionals with an aptitude for research and the potential to become future leaders in genomics, biomedicine and healthcare science. The programme is run in partnership with the PhD Programme for Health Professionals at the Universities of Cambridge and East Anglia and the application closing date is Tuesday 4th November 2025 (23:59 pm).
Our Scientific Strategy
The Institute generates and analyses large-scale genomic data to deliver three research objectives to advance fundamental knowledge and postively impact healthcare and society:
Disease genomics – deciphering the molecular underpinnings of health and disease
Engineering genomics – elucidating how DNA sequences encode biological functions
Planetary genomics – understanding planetary biology through genome sequences of diverse species
Wellcome Sanger Institute
Sanger Excellence Fellowship Applications now open - up to 4 positions available
This opportunity is designed specifically for Black early career researchers who are passionate about genomics and looking to build their research experience in a world leading Institute. Our Fellowship will support your development with training, mentorship and funding to help you thrive and build a lasting career in science.
