<p>Do you want to create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe all animals deserve kindness and respect. We work for the benefit of every animal – as well as pets, that includes farmed animals, wildlife, and animals used in science. Choose a career with us and make a difference for every kind.</p><p>We are looking for a new team member as a <strong>Chief of Research </strong>for our new Animal Welfare Evidence Centre, where you will work closely with the Evidence Centre's Advisory Board and senior stakeholders across the animal welfare sector and beyond.</p><p><strong>Contract: </strong>Permanent&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Working hours</strong>: 35 hours&nbsp; - Monday to Friday.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid role: your base will be at Home and the London and Horsham offices.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Animal Welfare Evidence Centre: Driving Systemic Change.</strong></p><p>The Animal Welfare Evidence Centre is a newly established unit within the RSPCA's Policy, Prevention and Campaigns function. It is powered by a significant initial investment of <strong>£10 million</strong>; demonstrating a strong commitment to evidence led change.</p><p>Hosted by the RSPCA, the Centre will be overseen by an Advisory board with representatives of leading animal welfare organisations.</p><p>The Centre's mission is to drive systemic and cultural change in animal welfare by building evidence and knowledge about the causes and prevention of animal cruelty and neglect. It exists to serve the entire animal welfare sector.&nbsp;</p><p>The Chief of Research role is essential to the success of the Evidence Centre, so this is a fantastic opportunity to make a huge contribution to lasting change.&nbsp;</p>