Full Funding; Cancer Research Institute Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026
Provider: Cancer Research Institute
Deadline: 01 Sep, 2026
- Full Funding Annual stipends
- Host institution allowance
- Additional support
Program Overview
The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is one of the most prestigious training opportunities in immunology and cancer immunology. It supports outstanding young researchers at the world’s leading universities and research institutions, providing the resources, mentorship, and professional development needed to launch independent scientific careers at the forefront of discovery.
Focus and Scope
For decades, CRI fellowships have been a training ground for scientific excellence, cultivating future leaders who push the boundaries of immunology and transform the landscape of cancer research. The program provides sustained financial support alongside invaluable professional development, bridging the crucial transition from doctoral training to independent investigation.
Applications undergo a rigorous peer-review process with careful consideration of:
- The candidate’s qualifications, demonstrated track record, and potential for future impact
- The strength of the sponsor and the quality of the training environment
- The significance, innovation, and feasibility of the proposed research
The program emphasizes training through research, supporting hypothesis-driven, mechanistic studies in both fundamental immunology and tumor immunology. The applicant and sponsor are expected to demonstrate:
- How the proposed research will advance understanding of the immune system’s role in cancer
- How the fellowship will provide the fellow with new skills, approaches, and mentorship to expand their expertise
- A clear trajectory toward independence, with training experiences designed to prepare the fellow for leadership roles in science
A Legacy of Excellence
The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship has a distinguished record of nurturing scientists whose discoveries have reshaped the field of immunology and cancer immunotherapy. Awardees join a global network of innovators and mentors, gaining both the recognition and the support needed to pursue ambitious research that drives the next generation of breakthroughs.
Financial Support
Fellowships provide three years of support, including a stipend of $74,000, $76,000, and $78,000 in years 1-3. The host institution receives a $5,000 annual allowance for use at the sponsor’s discretion to cover costs such as research supplies, conference travel, health insurance, or childcare. CRI also provides dedicated support for fellows to attend the CRI Bioinformatics Bootcamp. Deductions for administrative overhead are not allowed from either the stipend or the institutional allowance.
The application process requires you to access CRI’s Application Portal for institutional signatures and certification.
Eligible Courses:
- Immunology and cancer immunology
Eligible Nationalities:
Open for all nationals
Scholarship can be taken at:
Any non-profit institution across the world