Policy Lead: Health & Clinical Research (Blood Cancer)

Blood Cancer UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health charity in the UK is looking for a Health and Clinical Research Policy Manager to provide expert policy analysis and build strong relationships with stakeholders to improve access to blood cancer treatments. This role requires a scientific background and experience in influencing policy and regulatory decisions. You'll work closely with clinicians, researchers, and decision-makers to ensure timely adoption of innovative treatments. The role is hybrid, with expected office attendance of 2-4 days a month.

Benefits

Award-winning benefits package

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusivity

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of the UK health and life sciences landscape.
• Experience with researchers, clinicians, and scientific stakeholders.
• Ability to rapidly interpret scientific regulatory data.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert scientific and policy analysis.
• Develop policy positions on regulatory and access challenges.
• Horizon scan the pipeline of new blood cancer treatments.
• Analyse barriers in the UK clinical research system.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators.
• Provide contributions to Health Technology Assessments.
• Assess opportunities within NHS approval pathways.
• Represent the charity in coalitions and working groups.
• Organise and deliver events for stakeholders.
• Update internal teams with insights.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to understand complex scientific concepts

Excellent problem-solving skills

Fluency in digital collaboration tools

Understanding user needs

Relationship-building with senior stakeholders

Education

Scientific degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading health charity in the UK is looking for a Health and Clinical Research Policy Manager to provide expert policy analysis and build strong relationships with stakeholders to improve access to blood cancer treatments. This role requires a scientific background and experience in influencing policy and regulatory decisions. You'll work closely with clinicians, researchers, and decision-makers to ensure timely adoption of innovative treatments. The role is hybrid, with expected office attendance of 2-4 days a month.