MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology

One of the world's leading research institutes, our scientists are working to advance understanding of biological processes at the molecular level - providing the knowledge needed to solve key problems in human health.

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Students

The LMB postgraduate students are a truly international and diverse community. Currently more than 100 students at different stages of their 3-4 year training cycle are part of the 450 active research scientists in the lab. Every year 20-30 new graduates from the UK and all over the world join the LMB PhD programme.

Most UK and EU students are supported by Medical Research Council Studentships. Students from overseas are funded either by studentships from their own country or from various Cambridge funds – including the LMB scholarships, the Gates Foundation, the Cambridge Trust, the Herchel-Smith Fund and Cambridge University scholarships.

For undergraduates, 8-12 MRC Summer Studentships are usually available each year. The lab also hosts Amgen Scholars and College funded summer students.

For information on opportunities and on how and when to apply see:

Graduate Student Association

Find out about the LMB’s active Graduate Student Association and access a specialist website on life as a PhD student – put together by students for students. More…

Work Experience

The LMB offers exciting work experience placements for students in Years 10-13. Find out how to apply.