CPRIT has generously renewed the research training grant, entitled "Biomedical Informatics, Genomics and Translational Cancer Research Training Program (BIG-TCR)", at UTHealth Houston; the grant is currently being processed.
We are very pleased to announce that applications for both the predoctoral and postdoctoral BIG-TCR fellowships are now open, as we continue to work through the grant finalization process. Please encourage eligible trainees in your programs to consider applying and take advantage of this excellent training opportunity. Please note that this training program is open exclusively to trainees and mentors at UTHealth Houston.
We are very pleased to announce that applications for both the predoctoral and postdoctoral BIG-TCR fellowships are now open, as we continue to work through the grant finalization process. Please encourage eligible trainees in your programs to consider applying and take advantage of this excellent training opportunity. Please note that this training program is open exclusively to trainees and mentors at UTHealth Houston.
Please visit our website https://www.uth.edu/big-tcr/index.htm to learn more about the program details. Application forms for both predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships are attached to this email. All application materials, including the application form, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts, and letters of recommendation, must be sent to [email protected] before 11:59 pm of October 16, 2026. The selected candidates will be notified of their interview schedule in 5 to 10 business days following the submission deadline. A detailed interview procedure will be included in the next steps. Both primary and co-mentors are welcome to support their trainees during the interview.
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Training Programs
Postdoctoral Fellowship
An interdisciplinary program offering dual mentorship, NIH-level support, and training in cancer genomics and translational research.
Predoctoral Fellowship
Offers tuition support, stipend, and dual mentorship in biomedical informatics and cancer research for UTHealth Houston doctoral students.