Location
London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£44,235 per annum

About the Role
Are you passionate about using research to reduce health inequalities? Tower Hamlets Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) is seeking a Research Officer to join our growing team. We work closely with residents, the local voluntary sector, and universities to embed evidence at the heart of council decision-making. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine technical research skills with compelling communication to influence and engage diverse audiences.

You will be part of an innovative and high-profile programme, helping to build a new knowledge and information service, plan and deliver research projects, and support the organisation and evaluation of a research programme. This role will help you develop your expertise in research, public health, and partnership working within a supportive yet ambitious team committed to making a difference.

Tower Hamlets is a dynamic, outcomes-based council that values digital innovation and partnership working to meet the evolving needs of our borough. We aspire to be a borough where people are aspirational, independent, and have equal access to opportunities, and where residents are proud to live. Our values are Together, Open, Willing, Excellent, and Respect (TOWER).

Experience
Experience in generating, finding, appraising, and synthesising evidence is essential. Ability to draw out implications from research to engage and convince others is highly valued.

About you
You should be passionate about reducing health inequalities and able to combine technical research skills with strong communication. You will be motivated to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders including residents, voluntary sector partners, and academic institutions. A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is important, as is an alignment with the council’s TOWER values.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in research, public health, social sciences, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated. A willingness to learn and contribute to an innovative research environment is essential.