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We support vital research in underfunded areas, giving hope to those with overlooked health conditions.
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Trustee - Fundraising
Closing date: 23 March 2026 at 12:00pm (noon)
The Medical Research Foundation is overseen by a Board of Trustees which has ultimate responsibility for directing the charity, its assets and its activities.
We are seeking to complement the current strengths of our Board with a Trustee who has senior-level experience in fundraising, preferably in biomedical science and with corporate or high value gift fundraising. Ideally you will be familiar with the principles of corporate governance in the public or charitable sector.
The Board typically meets four times a year in Central London. As part of their appointment, trustees are also asked to sit on the Board’s committees, and to attend occasional evening events. The position is voluntary and not remunerated, although reasonable expenses are paid, such as travel and childcare while attending our meetings and events.
Diversity and inclusion are a priority for us, and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Trustees are supported throughout their appointment with training and development opportunities, and we welcome applications from individuals are who new to charity trusteeship.
The appointment will commence in May 2026 for a three-year term in the first instance.
Please see the Recruitment Pack for further details on the role.
Download the full Trustee recruitment pack
Recruitment packThe Medical Research Foundation
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More about us
Many of the diseases and conditions that affect human health have been cured or overcome as a result of medical research, but there will always be more to do and there are areas of medical need that receive little or no support – and people’s lives that see no improvement.
That’s where we step in. The Medical Research Foundation is an independent charitable foundation, investing the power of our donations to change medicine and change lives.
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More about our strategy
In 2026, we are entering the third year of our current five-year organisational strategy that focuses on changing the health of children and young people, those with neglected mental health conditions and those whose health will be impacted by the changing climate.
Underpinning our mission is a strategic aim to secure our future for the generations to come, with a focus on increasing our fundraising capability and our voluntary income to at least £3m per annum by the end of 2029.
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Ready to apply?
Please complete an Application Form and submit together with a short CV (2 pages max) and the completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring (EOM) form, to governance@medicalresearchfoundation.org.uk
Closing date
23 March 2026 at 12:00pm (noon)
Interview date
14 April 2026
Please note that interviews will be in person in Central London.
Please complete the EOM form and return it along with your completed application form and CV.
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