ESMO Clinical Unit Visit – Centre Antoine Lacassagne

Overview

8-week ESMO Clinical Unit Visit (observational fellowship coordinated by the International Cancer Foundation) at Centre Antoine Lacassagne – Medical Oncology Department, listed on ESMO's Host Institutes portal. Host profile: Medical Oncology Department - Breast Cancer The Centre Antoine Lacassagne treats approximately 400 new early breast cancer patients per year.

The programme

Focus

Medical oncology (tumour focus agreed with host)

Training type

Observership

Duration

8 weeks

Start

2027–2028 programme (dates agreed with host)

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

ESMO / International Cancer Foundation fellowship; host listed on ESMO Host Institutes portal

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Early-career oncologists or oncologists in training with at least two years of relevant clinical experience, active in oncology practice and/or oncology-related clinical research, proficient in English and/or the host's working language, with home-institution support. Host-specific requirement: Eligibility Requirements All tracks require: Qualification: Board-certified medical oncologist or resident in the final two years of medical oncology training Interest: Engagement in translational and/or clinical research applications Language: Intermediate or higher level of English is required.

International applicants

Not stated on official page

Visa support

Not stated on official page

Licence requirement

Educational/observational; any patient-facing activity subject to host rules and local regulations

How to apply

Deadline

5 December 2026 (2027–2028 programme)

Application method

Contact the host (contact listed on the ESMO host profile), then apply online in English via the ICF application platform

Funding

Funding

EUR 6,000 towards accommodation and living expenses, reasonable travel reimbursement, plus EUR 1,000 to the host institute

Official sources