200 staff. Limitless Potential. One team. Cancer Research Horizons. Scientific Data Specialist 40,000 – 45,000 plus benefits Department: Therapeutic Innovation, R&I Reports to: Data Operations Lead Location: CRUK Scotland Institute, Glasgow with High Flex (1-2 days per week on site, with ad hoc travel to other locations when required). Contract: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week Closing date: Sunday 8th March 2026 23:55pm Interview Date: Wednesday 18th March on site in Glasgow. Interview process: Competency based interview 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. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientific Data Specialist to join our Therapeutic Operations team in Glasgow. Youll play a key role in strengthening Cancer Research Horizons data foundations, helping ensure our scientists have the tools and information they need to drive forward lifechanging research. Working closely with colleagues across science, data and technology, youll help shape and refine the systems that keep our work moving forward. Day to day, youll look for opportunities to improve how we manage and use data, identifying where processes can be more efficient and effective. Youll translate complex scientific needs into clear technical requirements, supporting the development of solutions that are robust, user-friendly and future focused. Youll also support the migration of data to modern, supported platforms, and provide first line assistance to TI (Therapeutic Innovation) staff who rely on these systems every day. Every role at CRH is united by a single mission: beating cancer sooner. We carry out work that matters – impacting patients, families, and the future of science. About Cancer Research Horizons As the worlds biggest medical research charity, weve helped bring eleven new cancer drugs to market. However, there is still an urgent need to bring more effective treatments to patients faster. We have recently developed a new approach to driving therapeutic innovation through the creation of Cancer Research Horizons (CRH). We have brought together Cancer Research UKs established drug discovery teams under one organisation and leadership team, combining our unique pipeline of cancer biology expertise and access to CRUKs world-class academic network, cutting edge technology platforms and clinical expertise to 1) Bring new treatments to patients faster and 2) Tackle the biggest challenges in discovering cancer drugs by seeking out more radical ideas and embracing risk in our bid to achieve success. Based at sites in Cambridge, the CRUK Scotland Institute in Glasgow, and Newcastle University, youll be joining over 200 staff from both industrial and academic backgrounds, all dedicated to bringing forward the day we cure cancer. What will you be doing? Work with scientific staff to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks in data processes Work with Data Team colleagues to develop efficient and sustainable solutions to business problems and suggest improvements to existing solutions Provide clearly documented requirements to Data and CRUK Technology colleagues to enable the effective translation of scientific problems to data solutions Apply best practices in data capture, transformation, analysis and visualisation Support the monitoring and audit of shadow IT, assisting in migration to supported platforms Utilise and maintain appropriate operational procedures, documentation and training material, working with Data Team colleagues to develop new material where appropriate Provide first line support, including troubleshooting and training, on data systems and processes, to TI staff Support and provide cover for team members as needed and other Ad hoc duties as required What are we looking for? Previous experience working as a drug discovery scientist, ideally in a commercial environment Experience working with the Dotmatics Software Suite and Cenevo (formerly Titian) Mosaic in a Systems Administrative or equivalent capacity (Studies, Register and BioRegister) Technical experience in data management including relational database design High level of familiarity with both SQL and Python Excellent communication skills with the ability to act as the bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders A collaborative mentality with the ability and confidence to work independently where required Commitment to continued learning and development Commitment to high quality, accurate and consistent delivery 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 Were 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. If youre interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, wed still love to hear from you. 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. 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 wont be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. 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 recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 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. Were the worlds leading cancer charity, dedicated to saving and improving lives with our research. We work to reduce the impact of cancer on peoples day-to-day lives through our research, influence and information. We are beating cancer step by step, day by day. Our work means that people with cancer live better lives through earlier diagnosis and kinder, more effective treatments. Find a purposeful career that will empower you to grow and collaborate with like-minded experts.