Research Associate; Supportive Oncology and Cancer Policy

Overview

Research Associate (Supportive Oncology and Cancer Policy) – Lancaster Medical School, Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Location:

Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £33,002 to £37,694. Part-Time, Fixed Term
Closing Date:
Sunday 15 February 2026
Interview Date:
To be confirmed
Reference: 0042-26

Lancaster University Medical School is seeking to appoint a Research Associate for a time-limited project on Supportive Oncology and Cancer Policy. This is a part-time post (3 days per week) for 5 months, starting as soon as possible, with all hours to be completed by 1 July 2026. The project aims to strengthen the link between research evidence on supportive oncology and real-world cancer policy at local and national levels.

Outputs will include an evidence briefing, a joint policy paper, and digital resources to support public and policy engagement.

• Co-ordinating and supporting the delivery of regional and national stakeholder events.
• Synthesising research evidence, patient perspectives, and policy information into accessible briefings and outputs.
• Drafting reports, summaries, and communications materials for policymakers, NHS partners, and third sector organisations.
• Supporting follow-up engagement with key stakeholders to maximise the project’s impact.
• Ensuring all outputs meet high standards of quality, ethics, and timeliness.

• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field such as public policy, health policy, or social sciences.
• Experience producing written outputs for policy, research, or professional audiences.
• Ability to synthesise complex information into clear, concise, and accessible formats.
• Knowledge of UK health policy and/or NHS structures, or the ability to develop this quickly.
• Strong organisational, stakeholder engagement, and time-management skills.
• Enthusiasm for working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and delivering impact-focused outputs.

This post is based within Lancaster University’s Medical School, a research-intensive environment rated 99% internationally excellent or world-leading in . The Bailrigg campus provides facilities including a sports centre, shops, cafés, library, and childcare options. Lancaster is a vibrant city in North-West England with good transport links and scenic surroundings.

Find out more about life at Lancaster University:

This post is part-time, fixed-term for 5 months. For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Lisa Ashmore, Senior Lecturer in Social Sciences,

The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address inequality in higher education whilst promoting wellbeing for all colleagues. We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity.

Note:

Unless otherwise specified in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.