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Full-time
Permanent

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Job description

Policy and Public Affairs Officer – Shape the Future of Science and Policy

Join the Society as a Policy and Public Affairs Officer and play a pivotal role in placing physiology at the heart of evidence-based policy. This is a unique opportunity to influence public policy on key issues such as health, healthy ageing, and climate change, while supporting physiologists to lead in shaping the research and funding landscape.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and influence policy: Research, design, and advocate for evidence-based policies that advance physiology and its impact on society.

  • Engage stakeholders: Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, parliamentarians, civil servants, and partner organisations.

  • Communicate and advocate: Produce policy briefings, statements, and publications, leveraging digital platforms and member networks to share your work widely.

  • Support the community: Work closely with committees, internal teams, and members to gather insights and ensure policies reflect the needs of the physiology community.

  • Deliver impact: Organise events, track policy developments, and coordinate proactive projects that drive the Society’s objectives forward.

About You
You are a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for policy and public affairs, ideally within science, health, or climate sectors. You have excellent communication and analytical skills, experience engaging with diverse stakeholders, and the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.

Essential Requirements – Summary

  • 1–3 years’ experience in policy, public affairs, government, agency, or related roles.

  • Degree in life sciences, public policy, political science, or equivalent.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to translate complex information for different audiences.

  • Experience developing and advocating policy positions, ideally in science, health, or climate sectors.

  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.

  • Strong organisational skills; able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

  • Experience engaging with government, parliamentarians, and other stakeholders to influence policy.

  • Able to work collaboratively across teams and independently when required

Why Join Us?

  • Influence public policy at a national and international level.

  • Collaborate with a passionate, expert team committed to advancing physiology.

  • Be part of an inclusive, diverse, and forward-thinking organisation that values your perspective.

What we offer

  • Excellent benefits including Private Medical Insurance and a generous pension scheme.
  • Hybrid working - 2 anchor days in the office.
  • A friendly team and bright offices based in the heart of Farringdon.

Applications
To apply, please ensure you download and review the attached job description. Applications are by way of an up to date CV and cover letter detailing why you are suitable for the role. 

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date and to hire if we are ready to before the closing date.

Please note: DO NOT APPLY if you do not have the legal right to work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorships.

Application resources
Organisation
The Physiological Society View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 21 - 50
Posted on: 09 March 2026
Closing date: 03 April 2026 at 17:35
Tags: Policy, Public Affairs, Public Relations

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