The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR)
About the employer
The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world’s most influential cancer research organisations. Today read about our plan to engage the public with our science, how we work with industry and our latest videos.
Our Research
The Institute of Cancer Research, London, has been driving scientific discoveries on cancer and its treatment for more than 100 years. We are internationally renowned for our work into cancer genetics, cancer biology and personalised medicine – and came first of all UK universities in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.
Our researchers
Our researchers work to deliver our scientific strategy across a variety of areas – focused on genetics and cancer risk, understanding cancer biology and discovering new personalised treatments.
Research centres and initiatives
The ICR works in partnership with funders to deliver a number of major centres and initiatives, focused on key strategic priorities.
Our record of discovery
The ICR has made some of the most significant discoveries in the field of cancer research over its more than 100 years of history.