Community spirit. Ceaseless ambition. Passion that just keeps growing.
Manager – Science News
Salary: £45,618 to £48,800 plus benefits
Reports to: Senior Manager, Science
Grade: P3
Directorate: Policy, Information and Communications
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week
Location: Stratford, London. High Flex (1‑2 days per week in 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.
We exist to beat cancer and this role is for a talented communicator who thrives on turning complex science into stories that inspire, inform and drive policy change. As a Science News Manager you’ll shape how the world hears about our groundbreaking research, work with journalists to land stories in national print and broadcast media, lead high‑impact media campaigns, champion our voice in the news and ensure our science reaches audiences who matter most.
What You’ll Do
* Drive the story of cancer research – plan and deliver bold, creative media campaigns around our most important scientific breakthroughs
* Be a trusted voice in the media – handle high‑profile reactive media enquiries and position CRUK as the authority on cancer research
* Create compelling content – craft sharp press releases, pitches and messaging that bring complex science to life
* Build powerful media relationships – work closely with top‑tier journalists, particularly across national health and science desks
* Lead and influence – project manage major communications activity, shape thought leadership and support senior leaders and spokespeople
* Supervisory – support and deputise on behalf of Senior Manager
* Use insight to maximise impact – track performance, spot trends and continually evolve our media strategies
* Collaborate across CRUK – work with teams across the organisation to deliver integrated, audience‑first storytelling
* Bring the human story to the forefront – connect our research to real lives through powerful case studies and lived experiences
What We’re Looking For
* A proven media, policy communications, PR or journalism expert with strong campaign experience
* A scientific degree or proven experience translating scientific papers into compelling news for a range of lay audiences
* Someone who can translate complex research into standout stories with real‑world relevance
* A confident relationship‑builder and influencer who thrives in fast‑paced environments
* A strategic thinker with creative flair, always spotting the next opportunity
* A calm and credible voice in high‑pressure or reactive situations
* A skilled communicator who can navigate complexity and inspire trust
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do: Bold, Credible, Human, Together. We’re looking for people who embody these values to drive progress against our mission to beat cancer.
We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under‑represented.
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.
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