Digital Content Writer

The Institute of Cancer Research; London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading cancer research institute in London is seeking a passionate Digital Content Writer for the Drug Development Unit. The role focuses on creating impactful content across digital platforms and requires strong writing skills and digital expertise. The position offers hybrid working and is ideal for a creative communicator eager to make a positive impact in cancer research.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a passion for science and innovation.
• Ability to handle flexible work arrangements.
• Experience in creating digital content.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, impactful, and accessible content.
• Work closely with senior management and researchers.
• Ensure online and offline content consistency.

Skills

Digital media expertise

Excellent writing and editing skills

Ability to write engaging content for diverse audiences

Familiarity with content creation software and tools

Highly organized

Job description

Overview

Salary: £25,275 pro rata

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term - 6 months

Hours per week: up to 20 hours per week (Part Time)

Location: Sutton. This role is eligible for hybrid working.

Closing Date: 28th September 2025

Summary of Role

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Digital Content Writer to work within the Drug Development Unit at the ICR. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and showcase the Unit's profile across digital platforms by creating engaging, impactful, and accessible content. The post holder will work closely with senior management, researchers, and wider teams to develop contents that highlight our research, achievements, and commitment to patients. The post holder will play key role in ensuring that all online and offline content is aligned, consistent, and designed to connect with diverse audiences. This role is ideal for a creative communicator who is passionate about science, innovation, and making a positive difference through digital media.

Key Requirements

• Applicants should have digital media expertise, excellent writing and editing skills, and an ability to write engaging content for different audiences on various digital platforms.
• They should be familiar with software and digital tools used for content creation.
• The post holder will need to be highly organised with their work and be able to work in a flexible manner.

Department Information

The Drug Development Unit is in the Division of Clinical Studies at the Institute of Cancer Research and Royal Marsden Hospital. We are a dedicated Clinical Trials Unit, with bespoke facilities to conduct early phase clinical trials and are led by .comprises of clinicians, scientists, data and study management staff, and focuses on providing a seamless conduit between pre-clinical drug discovery, proof of principle Phase-1 clinical trials and tumour specific evaluation of novel agents. The Unit undertakes both industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials of new anti-cancer drugs.

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us? As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of . The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, here to find out further information. The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found .

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back - if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.