Research officer

Coeliac UK is seeking a highly organised and motivated Research Officer to support the charity's research programme and the wider work of the Evidence and Policy Team.

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Location: Head Office, High Wycombe (with the possibility of regular home working by agreement)

Salary: Circa £33,000 per annum

Salary Band: Specialist (SP4)

Line Management: None

Benefits: 36 days holiday (including bank holidays), enhanced parental leave, flexible working, private counselling service, professional development opportunities

Closing Date: 26th January 2026 (early applications may be reviewed as received).

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality research that helps improve diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for people affected by coeliac disease. Working closely with internal teams, researchers and external partners, you will play a key role in managing research processes, supporting funded projects and ensuring research findings are accessible to a wide range of audiences.

• Support the administration and management of research funding calls, peer and lay review processes, and funded research projects.
• Provide support for internal research projects and appropriate third-party research related to coeliac disease.
• Organise and support research governance groups, including meetings, agendas and minutes.
• Search, review and summarise research publications for internal use and external communications.
• Assist with the organisation of the charity's Research Conference and other Evidence and Policy events.
• Maintain accurate research records, databases and CRM systems in line with GDPR requirements.

We are looking for a detail-focused and proactive individual with a strong interest in research and evidence-based practice. You will ideally have:

• A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with strong numeracy, literacy and IT skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities to tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• High attention to detail and confidence working with data, reports and publications.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years, we've been supporting those with coeliac disease and related conditions by providing trusted advice, funding vital research, and campaigning for better access to safe gluten free food. Our work ensures that no one's life is limited by gluten.

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Candidates may also be searching for similar roles such as Research Assistant, Research Coordinator, Evidence Officer, Policy and Research Officer, or Clinical Research Administrator.

Coeliac UK is an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to keep no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements that cannot be shown to be justifiable.

No agencies please.