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Irish Cancer Society Researchers 2009

Cancer Research Funding

The Irish Cancer Society is the national charity dedicated to cancer prevention, care, research, and education. Cancer Research Ireland is the research division of the Society. Our primary focus is promoting patient-relevant cancer research. We are the single largest voluntary supporter of cancer research in Ireland.

Research Scholarships The Irish Cancer Society is the national charity dedicated to cancer prevention, care, research, and education. Our strategic areas of activity (2008-2012) are: smoking in young people, early detection of colorectal cancer and fighting cancer through information and support (including psycho-oncology). We are the single largest voluntary supporter of cancer research in Ireland and are dedicated to promoting patient-relevant cancer research. The Irish Cancer Society invites applications for Irish Cancer Society Research Scholarships for 2010. Applications involving any of the following research areas are welcome: Epidemiology, Prevention, Laboratory, Clinical, Translational and Health Services Research. Applications in line with our strategic areas and in other areas of cancer research, including melanoma and breast are sought. All applications will be assessed on merit, and awarded on excellence. The Scholarship scheme is open to: a) science graduates b) medical graduates, c) nursing graduates and other researchers with less than 5 years post-graduate experience who: • have not registered, but propose to commence a PhD • have a minimum of a first or upper second class honours primary degree or equivalent The total value of the Irish Cancer Society Research Scholarship covering stipend, fees and materials will be up to €40,000 per year for a maximum of three years. Applicants will need to choose a research area of specific interest for them and identify a suitable supervisor to collaborate with on writing the proposal. Applications must be submitted online at www.cri.cancer.ie Full information and conditions are also available at this web address. Scholarship Guidelines for Applicants 2010 Scholarship Outline of Applications 2010 Scholarship Terms & Conditions 2010 Research Scholarship FAQs (updated) General FAQs

Research Fellowships The Irish Cancer Society is the national charity dedicated to cancer prevention, care, research, and education. Our strategic areas of activity (2008-2012) are: smoking in young people, early detection of colorectal cancer and fighting cancer through information and support (including psycho-oncology). We are the single largest voluntary supporter of cancer research in Ireland and are dedicated to promoting patient-relevant cancer research. The Irish Cancer Society invites applications for Irish Cancer Society Research Fellowships for 2010. Applications in line with our strategic areas and other areas of cancer research are sought. All applications will be assessed on merit, and awarded on excellence. The Fellowship scheme is open to: a) untenured postdoctoral scientists b) medical doctors in training c) nurses and other researchers with a post-graduate degree, a further minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 years research experience and a commitment to developing a career in cancer research. The total value of the Irish Cancer Society Research fellowship covering salary and materials will be up to €75,000 per year for a maximum of three years. Applicants will need to choose a research area of specific interest for them and identify a suitable mentor to collaborate with on writing the proposal. Applications must be submitted online at www.cri.cancer.ie Full information and conditions are also available at this web address. Fellowship Guidelines for Applicants 2010 Fellowship Outline of Applications 2010 Fellowships Terms & Conditions 2010 Research Fellowship FAQs General FAQs

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