Clinical Research

• Provide expert scientific and policy analysis on developments across the UK health and life sciences environment so that Blood Cancer UK can shape policy.
• Develop policy positions and propose solutions on regulatory, research and access challenges so that decision-makers can take clear action to improve outcomes for people with blood cancer.
• Horizon scan the pipeline of new and emerging blood cancer treatments entering late-stage trials or regulatory review so that the organisation can prioritise timely and effective influencing activity.
• Analyse barriers in the UK clinical research system by working with clinicians and researchers so that Blood Cancer UK can advocate for improvements to trial set-up, delivery and workforce capacity.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators and government bodies including MHRA, NICE, NHS England, OLS and academic research infrastructure so that Blood Cancer UK can influence policy and regulatory reform.
• Provide scientific contribution to Health Technology Assessments and other regulatory processes so that submissions are robust, evidence-led and reflective of patient need.
• Assess barriers and opportunities within NHS and life sciences approval pathways so that the organisation can propose changes that accelerate uptake of new blood cancer medicines.
• Build and maintain a network of relationships across the health and life sciences sector so that Blood Cancer UK can strengthen influence, gather insights and represent the blood cancer community effectively.
• Represent the charity in relevant coalitions and working groups including the AMRC Clinical Research Advisory Group
• Organise and deliver events, meetings and briefings for parliamentarians, officials and stakeholders so that key messages are communicated clearly and opportunities for influence are created.
• Update and support internal teams and supporters by sharing insights and responding rapidly to external developments so that colleagues and volunteers can contribute effectively to influencing activity.

Health and Clinical Research Policy Manager

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