Cancer Research UK: Director of Clinical Research

Director of Clinical Research, Communications & Careers

Stratford, London
Salary to be discussed upon application
Closing date: Midnight - Wednesday 4th March
Application method: CV (essential) & Cover letter (optional)

Cancer Research UK is the world's leading independent charity dedicated to cancer research. We carry out scientific research to help prevent, diagnose and treat cancer and we have discovered new ways to beat cancer that have saved hundreds of thousands of lives across the world. We have been at the heart of the progress that has already seen survival in the UK double in the last 40 years. Our ambition is to accelerate this progress so that by 2034, 3 in 4 people will survive their cancer for at least 10 years.

Through our research, fundraising, or cancer prevention initiatives, we have a passion to do things better and faster. We’re leaders in our sector, often the first to try another way and we’re united by a common purpose - to beat cancer, together.

As Director of Clinical Research, Communications & Careers you will define the strategy and development of our early and late phase activity, increasing our focus on scientifically rich studies. As a member of the senior leadership team within Research & Innovation, you'll lead a large department which includes a range of specialisms such as Precision Medicine, Experimental Cancer Medicines, Research Careers & Training, and Research Communications & Engagement.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Research & Innovation, through your team of 5 experienced department Heads, you will be responsible for;

Leading the strategic direction of the clinical research portfolio and the precision medicine programme
Driving innovation in clinical research, clinical trial methodology and patient engagement
Leading the development of a strategy and vision to enhance the profile and engagement of the Cancer Research UK brand across the national and international scientific community
Supporting the Research & Innovation directorate’s strategic priorities by building the research talent pipeline for CRUK
Contributing to the Research & Innovation partnership agenda, leveraging resources and communications channels to engage with national clinical and research bodies
We are looking for a strategically minded clinical leader with;

A track record of shaping and delivering a complex clinical portfolio
Demonstrable insight and knowledge of the UK and/or international cancer research landscape
Experience of managing a large budget across a complex set of priorities
Operational Programme management experience
Proven track record of effectively leading and managing people
Experience of participating as part of a Senior leadership team and contributing to broader departmental aims
Advanced communication skills, ideally with experience of acting as a media spokesperson
Well-developed political awareness
Please note that this role will require some UK & international travel

Full role profile here: https://adobe.ly/3bLVdMJ