PhD Opportunities in Cancer Biology in Canada

Phd Positions in cancer biology in canada

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Universities with open PhD positions in cancer biology in Canada include Polytechnique Montréal, McGill University and The University of British Columbia.

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Polytechnique Montréal

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PhD opportunity in human-centered AI for healthcare at Polytechnique Montréal with McGill University , working on MARVIN , a conversational AI co-designed with patients and clinicians to support HIV self-management . The project focuses on building and evaluating new AI methods that work beyond the lab in real-world care settings. Research directions include LLMs and conversational AI, context-aware and adaptive AI, emotion and stigma in care, and AI reliability, safety, and human-centered evalu...

Computer Science
Psychology
Medical Science
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2 days ago

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McGill University

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Fully funded MSc and PhD positions are available for a Fall 2027 start in CRISPR-based functional genomics and precision genome editing at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. The opportunity is in the Cuella-Martin Lab within the CERC in Genomic Medicine , Department of Human Genetics. The research focus is highly relevant to genomics , molecular biology , genetics , and medical science , with an emphasis on genome editing technologies and functional genomic approaches. Applicants should have...

Molecular Biology
Biology
Functional Genomics
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3 days ago

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The University of British Columbia

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Fully funded PhD opportunity in Parkinson's disease and bone health at the University of British Columbia (Okanagan Campus) , Canada. The project is associated with the Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management in the Faculty of Medicine and is supervised by Dr. Sarah Purcell and Dr. Daryl Wile . Relevant academic areas include medical science , neuroscience , nutrition , kinesiology , exercise science , public health , and chronic disease prevention. The post specifically highlights ...

Sports Science
Medicine
Biology
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5 days ago

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University of Guelph

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Fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Guelph in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics , within LEMR and GEO Labs . The project is on remote sensing of species assembly in tropical dry forests , using satellite and drone data to study lemur species patterns in Madagascar . This is a strong fit for students interested in ecology, geography, forestry, GIS, and computational analysis of environmental data. Funding: The position is fully funded and includes a four-year st...

Computer Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
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1 week ago

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Polytechnique Montréal

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Fully funded Masters and PhD opportunities are available in Food Residue Valorization within Chemical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal in the lab of Prof. Gabriela Vollet Marson . The project is aimed at students interested in food engineering, chemical engineering, and biochemistry, with a strong emphasis on laboratory work and analytical methods. This is a good fit for applicants who want to work on converting food residues into valuable products and who have hands-on experimental skills....

Biochemistry
Chemical Engineering
Biology
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1 week ago

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University of Toronto

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PhD opportunity at the University of Toronto in Electrical and Computer Engineering, with research connected to AI for ecology, biodiversity, conservation, and imageomics . The post announces a PhD position for next year and references the University of Toronto’s President’s Impact Scholarship Program , suggesting scholarship-backed doctoral study. The opportunity is associated with the University of Toronto Engineering / Electrical and Computer Engineering department. Research themes: artificia...

Computer Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
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1 week ago

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Polytechnique Montréal

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Fully funded Master’s and PhD opportunity in Chemical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal (Canada), focused on transforming food industry residues into high-value ingredients . This project is well suited to applicants with a background in food engineering , chemical engineering , biochemistry , or related sciences. The post highlights the need for strong laboratory skills and a genuine interest in sustainable food and valorization of food by-products. The position is described as fully funded...

Biochemistry
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
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1 week ago

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Montreal Behavioural Medicine Centre

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PhD opportunity at the Montreal Behavioural Medicine Centre (MBMC) in AI-driven digital health behaviour change (EVO+) . The project aims to develop an AI-enabled digital health behaviour change program to improve behavioural risk factors linked to non-communicable chronic diseases. The selected PhD student will contribute to project planning and setup, intervention development, data capture and analysis, machine learning and deep learning algorithm development, user experience improvements, and...

Computer Science
Psychology
Deep Learning
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1 week ago

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Dalhousie University

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Postdoctoral Fellow and PhD Opportunities in Biomass Valorization & Biorefinery at Dalhousie University (Bioproducts and Bioenergy Research Lab), located at the Agricultural Campus in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada . This opportunity is for motivated researchers interested in chemical engineering , environmental engineering , biorefinery , biomass valorization , green extraction , bioenergy , and bioproducts . The research program focuses on integrated biorefinery and sustainable biomass valorizatio...

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
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1 week ago

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Université Laval

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PhD position available in biochemistry / molecular biology at Université Laval in Québec City, Canada, in the ELOWE Lab (Axis of Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, CR-CHU de Québec and Université Laval). The project focuses on ZNF768 , a fast-evolving zinc-finger transcription factor linked to cell cycle progression , genome stability , aneuploidy , and cancer . The successful candidate will investigate how ZNF768 controls G0 exit, proliferation, mitotic regulation, and lung adenocarcinoma biol...

Biochemistry
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2 months ago

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University of Alberta

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University of Alberta graduate funding opportunities are being highlighted for thesis-based Master’s and PhD applicants for 2026–2027 in Canada. The post points to research-based graduate study in areas such as Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Medicine, Engineering, and related disciplines. It emphasizes scholarship and recruitment funding for eligible students, along with the chance to work with experienced researchers and access advanced research facilities. This is a s...

Molecular Biology
Agriculture
Biomedical Engineering
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1 week ago

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Metagenom Bio

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MetBioCat is sharing an expression of interest for a future PhD Student / Predoctoral Researcher position in a research environment focused on chemistry at the interface with biology . The post highlights a group committed to scientific excellence and cutting-edge research . This is a good fit for candidates interested in chemical biology , interdisciplinary research, and a research group environment where chemistry and biology meet. No formal deadline, funding package, or detailed eligibility c...

Biochemistry
Chemistry
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Living costs in Canada

Estimated costs in Canada.

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Canada

Clothing

Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year

C$1.6k

$1,200/yr

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Personal Care

Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year

C$979

$720/yr

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Transportation

Public transport and local travel per year

C$1.3k

$960/yr

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Housing

Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year

C$11.4k

$8,400/yr

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Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo

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The University of British Columbia

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Cell Biology

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The University of British Columbia

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Pharmacology

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Covid-19

University Health Network

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Pharmacology

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Cancer Biology

Hypercholesterolemia

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McGill University

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Oral Pathology

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Dalhousie University

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Cell Biology

Biochemistry

Cancer Biology

Epithelial-mesenchymal Transition

Stem Cell Biology

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University of Calgary

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Obstetrics And Gynecology

Cell Biology

Cancer Biology

Ovarian Cancer

Epithelial-mesenchymal Transition

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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.

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