Strategic Evidence Officer

Expert research & interventions. Long‑term vision and strategy. Impacting the future.

£36,000-£41,500 (+ Benefits)

Grade: P2

Reports to: Senior Strategic Evidence Manager

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Location: Stratford, London. Office‑based with high flexibility (1‑2 days per week in the office)

Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Closing date: 27 July

Responsibilities

• Build a strong understanding of the cancer evidence base, using scientific literature, data and insights from CRUK and beyond
• Monitor, review and critically appraise research evidence, including peer‑reviewed and grey literature
• Analyse and synthesise complex findings into clear, accessible reports and outputs
• Support senior colleagues to identify key insights and translate evidence into strategy, policy and practice
• Track ongoing and emerging research, working closely with internal teams and external experts
• Share evidence and insights with a range of audiences, both internally and externally
• Collaborate with teams across the charity to develop evidence‑based content and resources
• Contribute to projects and programmes across the directorate as needed
• Act as an ambassador for Cancer Research UK and represent our work externally

Qualifications

• Experienced professional with a background in a relevant field (e.g., public health, life sciences, epidemiology). Ideally has a relevant post‑graduate qualification, but we welcome applicants who are qualified by experience.
• Strong evidence searching, critical appraisal and analytical skills
• Ability to quickly distil complex information into clear, impactful messages
• Experience working in science, health, or policy environments
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• A proactive, self‑motivated approach with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvement

Benefits

• Be part of a purpose‑driven organisation tackling cancer through world‑class research
• Help turn evidence into real‑world impact for patients
• Work collaboratively with passionate experts across science, policy and healthcare
• Access to a generous benefits package and a wide range of career and personal development opportunities
• High‑quality tools and supportive work environment that promotes wellbeing and work‑life balance

Internal Eligibility Criteria

• Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6‑month ‘getting started’ period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview.
• Completed the getting‑started period
• Discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager
• Been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (must apply if previously on secondment)

If you do not meet these requirements, we will not progress your application.

Contact

For more information about working with us please visit our website or contact us.

We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process. Please let us know of any concerns or required adjustments by contacting us as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, to protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.