Impactful research. Expert communication. Panoramic vision. Science Engagement Manager £3 6 ,000 - £ 42,000 plus benefits Reports to: Senior Science Engagement Manager Directorate: Research & Innovation 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) Closing date: 5 February 202 5 23: 55 This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact recruitmentcancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible. 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. Recruitment process: Competency based interview, presentation and written task Interview date: w/c 1 7 Feb 2025 At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. The Science Engagement Manager is a key role where you will work with fundraising teams to co-create and deliver compelling stories about Cancer Research UK’s research and its impact. This particular role will partner with our Philanthropy team that bought in c£40 m illion pounds last year for our life saving r esearch. You will use various mediums from written content to presentations, events and interactive activities. Here are a couple of examples of some of the impactful work our science engagement team have done previously : Stand Up to Cancer and LungVax animation We’re looking for someone with excellent science communication skills. You will have the expertise and creative flair to produce accurate, inspiring, and relevant content and be able to communicate confidently with a wide variety of audiences. We are always looking for new ways to connect with our audiences so the more innovative you can be the better. This role also offers some fantastic development opportunities such as the opportunity to be involved in cross functional project groups, presenting our work to internal and external audiences and training staff about our research. As part of a team of 17 Science Engagement specialists you will also have the opportunity to learn from your peers, giving and receiving feedback on your work to stretch and develop your science writing and engagement skills. What will I be doing? Creating impactful scientific storytelling by seeking out and distilling complex scientific information into engaging content that can inspire our diverse audiences to support Cancer Research UK’s mission. Creating and delivering presentations, written summaries, video content, interactive activities and event experiences. This may include fundraising pitches, talking at supporter events, delivering engaging experiences, and inspiring and educating fundraisers. Evaluating the impact that content is having, using this to inform new content and concepts and to improve ways of working. Developing in-depth knowledge of Cancer Research UK’s research portfolio and organisation priorities and keeping up to date with the latest developments. Using this knowledge to advise and influence ideas to provide the most impact for our supporters, provide expert media opinion and ensure strategic goals are promoted. Safeguarding Cancer Research UK’s brand and ensuring the accuracy of the charity’s science communications. This includes reviewing and editing content such as fundraising content for philanthropic and mass marketing audiences. Developing close working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders, gaining clear insight into the specific requirements and priorities of different audiences to identify and influence choice of appropriate content. Promoting the skills and expertise of the team to maintain and develop partnerships across the organisation. Working with key financial support teams to provide due diligence on selection of research options available for donor funding and advising fundraisers on restricted income What skills are we looking for? Excellent scientific knowledge essential. A higher degree (PhD or MSc) in biomedical or related field, or significant work experience in a scientific environment, desirable. A passion for and proven experience in delivering bold and creative science communications to different audiences essential. Demonstrable experience in collaborative project management and managing multiple stakeholders essential. Enthusiasm and ability to keep up to date with the latest in cancer research essential. Some experience working with charity fundraisers desirable. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human : Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we’d still love to hear from you. What will I gain? W e create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at recruitmentcancer.org.uk. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. F or information only – this is automatically added by Workday so please don’t include in your posting Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. We would also love to receive applications from those returning to work after a break (for whatever reason) We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitmentcancer.org.uk or 0 20 3469 8400 as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks. Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitmentcancer.org.uk or 0 20 3469 8400 as soon as possible. Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.