Research Officer - Prostate Cancer UK

Prostate cancer kills 10,000 men every year. Yet tests, treatments and funding for research fall way behind other common cancers. We believe men deserve better. Do you?

Prostate Cancer UK are recruiting for a Research Officer based in Hammersmith, London. The successful applicant will provide extensive administration support to the Research Directorate and research grant programme.

A key part of this role will be to develop and support lay involvement in the research programme, including a lay review panel to participate in the assessment of research proposals, achievements and grant applications. First class communication skills are essential as the role requires liaison with prostate cancer researchers all over the world and men affected by prostate cancer.

Education to a degree level or equivalent in a biomedical science subject and an extensive working knowledge of databases are essential to this role. A qualification or formal training certificate in science communication would be desirable. Closing date for applications is: 1 May 2013.

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