Senior Research Policy Officer
The post holder will work within the Department of Health and Social Care Research Systems Branch to manage cross-cutting research policy and operations for the National Institute for Health and Care Research. Day-to-day duties involve providing project management and governance support, developing and implementing commercial and funding arrangements, and offering policy advice across various operational priorities. The role works closely with internal policy teams, government colleagues, and external delivery partners to ensure effective research delivery. Additionally, the individual will respond to parliamentary questions, coordinate briefings, and support the secretariat of the National Institute for Health and Care Research Strategy and Engagement Board.
What they're looking for
- Quickly build relationships across organisational boundaries
- Work at pace and produce high quality products to tight timescales
- Project management skills including scoping, delivering and reporting
- Take information and evidence from various sources to form policy
- Present complex issues clearly with excellent communication skills
Nationality requirements
The job is open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth citizens with the right to work, and certain EU, EUSS, and Turkish nationals.
Selection process
Applications will be sifted week commencing 26/10/2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 09/11/2026 face to face or by video.
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