Sharp analysis. Clear evidence. Impact that matters.
Data and Research Analyst /Senior Analyst
1 x Permanent role and 1 x Part time (17.5 hours) fixed term contract till January 2028
£36,000-£44,000 (Pro-rata for part time) plus benefits
Reports to: Data Analysis and Research Manager
Grade: P2
Directorate : Policy, Information and Communications
Contract : Permanent and Part time FTC
Hours: Full time 35 hours per week/Part-time role 17.5 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.
External closing date: 17 June 2026, 23:55
Internal closing date: 22 June 2026, 23:55
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won’t be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the application questions and work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
Recruitment process: 2 stage interview process consisting of a technical test prior to the interview, followed by interview task and role-based competency interview.
Interview date: From 1 July 2026
Join us to turn data into life-saving insight
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. Our Cancer Intelligence team plays a vital role in making that happen. By transforming complex data into clear, evidence-based insight, we help shape decisions, influence policy, and ultimately improve outcomes for people affect
ed by cancer.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact work at the intersection of data, science and storytelling.
For more information on the type of projects click this link
What you’ll be doing
You’ll be part of a collaborative, expert team delivering trusted cancer intelligence to colleagues, partners, policymakers and the public. With support from experienced Analysts and Managers, you’ll:
- Deliver meaningful analysis
Work on carefully designed analytical projects, exploring cancer data and research to uncover trends, insights and opportunities that matter.
- Bring data to life
Translate complex statistical findings into compelling, accessible outputs from presentations and reports to blogs, web content and peer reviewed publications.
- Grow your expertise
Build specialist knowledge in areas like cancer survival, screening, or emerging approaches such as AI and interactive tools like R Shiny.
- Be a trusted source of evidence
Respond to enquiries and guide others in the accurate, responsible use of cancer statistics and evidence.
- Create impact beyond the team
Contribute to media facing content, helping shape how cancer stories are told through press releases, infographics and public facing insights.
- Innovate with data
Help explore new tools, techniques and technologies to improve how we collect, analyse and communicate cancer intelligence.
- Empower others through knowledge
Support training and capability-building across CRUK so more teams can confidently use cancer data.
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone curious, analytical and motivated by impact, someone who wants their work to make a real difference.
You’ll bring:
- Strong analytical and interpretation skills, ideally within health, science or cancer-related contexts
- Experience using statistical tools (such as R, STATA or SAS), and the ability to pick up new technologies quickly
- The ability to communicate complex information clearly to different audiences
- Excellent attention to detail, with confidence quality-checking data and written outputs
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines
Why this role matters
Cancer Intelligence sits at the heart of Cancer Research UK — shaping how we understand cancer today and how we beat it tomorrow. Every insight you generate helps inform decisions, influence strategy, and bring us closer to a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We’re looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page .
Internal Eligibility criteria
Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month ‘getting started’ period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview.
All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have:
- completed their getting started period
- discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager
- been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment)
If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application.
Additional information
For more information about working with us please visit our website or contact us at [email protected] .
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Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.
We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact [email protected] or 0 20 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
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.
