Short feedback surveys to shape & test early ideas and occasional one-to-one conversations and group discussions.
Cancer Research UK
Online (with occasional optional workshops in London).
Ongoing over 18 months. Up to two activities per month. We ask that you take part in at least 8 activities.
£30 (2 hours), £50 (4 hours), £80 (full day) + £5 for online meetings.
We’d love to hear from people affected by cancer across the UK. As people access information in different ways and these habits are changing rapidly - we’re particularly interested in hearing from:
People who have looked for cancer information or support – either for themselves or a loved one.
Those diagnosed, or supporting someone diagnosed, in the last 2–3 years.
People from ethnic minority backgrounds.
Those who consider themselves to be from a lower socio-economic or lower income background.
Younger people (under 30).
People who use platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube or Facebook.
Anyone comfortable using email and online surveys.
No previous involvement experience or knowledge of Cancer Research UK needed.
We’re exploring new ways to help people find clear, trustworthy cancer information. This includes developing and testing digital tools, social media content and new ways of reaching people.
As the way people search for information changes, it’s important that what we offer stays useful, easy to find and supportive. Your views will help shape what we do next.
You’ll be invited to take part in a range of activities, including:
Giving quick feedback on early ideas, like social media posts or simple tools.
Short online surveys.
One-to-one conversations.
Small group discussions.
Occasional workshops.
Some activities take just a few minutes, while others may take longer. You can choose what works for you.
Share your experience in a way that fits around your life.
Be part of shaping new ideas.
Get paid for your time.
Help improve support for others affected by cancer.
This is a flexible opportunity - you can decide how often to take part. We do ask that you take part in a minimum of 8 activities over the 18-month period.
When you sign up for an activity, we ask you to respond within a few days so we can use your feedback quickly.
Places are limited, so we may not be able to offer everyone a place.
Clear guidance for each activity.
Flexible involvement to fit around your life.
Payment for your time.
Support from a friendly team.
We’ll use your feedback to test and improve ideas quickly, helping make sure our information is useful, easy to find and relevant to people’s needs.
If you’d like more detail before deciding, you can read the full role profile below. It explains what’s involved, the time commitment and how we’ll support you.
Role profile - Rapid involvement pool(PDF, 355 KB)
If you need this information in another format, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.
To apply to take part, click the button below.
If you have any questions, please contact Clare Hughes at clare.hughes@cancer.org.uk.
Register your interestWe’ll review applications after the closing date and contact you to let you know the outcome.
To protect confidential information and maintain security within Cancer Research UK (CRUK), external participants must not use AI-powered tools or platforms (including generative AI, transcription tools, or automated systems) during any CRUK patient involvement activities.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive space where everyone can be themselves and help shape our work. We actively encourage participation in our involvement activities and applications from people of all backgrounds, communities, and cultures and believe that a range of views and experiences will help us represent all people affected by cancer.
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