Trustee

Kidney Research UK has been at the forefront of pioneering research for six decades, investing in talented researchers and funding work that could ultimately lead to a cure. Our work has resulted in vital breakthroughs in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of those affected, changing the future for many kidney patients.

We have made remarkable progress but there is still much to do. The number of people living with kidney failure continues to rise and we must go further to drive innovation and increase investment in renal research. Of course, like so many other charities and organisations we are doing this

important work during challenging times.

We have adapted well to the changing world, and we are finding exciting new ways to reach our goals. We know we must rise to the challenge for kidney patients everywhere and we remain determined to grow our income so we can deliver more impact.

Our trustees play a vital role in the governance of Kidney Research UK, which enables and accelerates the impact that we have as an organisation for our patient community. Working closely with your fellow Trustees, the chief executive and wider leadership team, you will be part of a team that guides and oversees the delivery of Kidney Research UK’s strategic priorities. We have a number of trustees who are due to retire from their roles during the next 12 months, and we are looking for up to three new trustees to join our board and be part of this exciting transformation.

We look to have patient representation on our board and we strongly encourage candidates who have lived experience of kidney disease to apply. In this recruitment round we are particularly looking for applicants with expertise in one or more of the following:

• Data and AI
• Primary care
• Basic science
• Access to high net worth networks or people of influence who can make a difference to Kidney Research UK, to support our strategic focus on realising the potential of major individual donors

If you are excited by these opportunities, we encourage you to review the recruitment pack and find out more about the charity and the roles. Whilst not essential, we welcome governance experience, ideally in a not-for-profit organisation. However, you don’t need previous experience as a Trustee. We provide comprehensive induction when you start and development and training during your time with us.

If you are interested, please complete the online application form and submit a CV, together with a supporting statement, outlining your motivation for applying, and your availability for interview (as per the indicative timetable).

Kidney Research UK is committed to equality, inclusivity, and diversity and we encourage applications that enable us to continue with this focus.

There is an opportunity for informal discussion of the roles ahead of the closing date. If you would like to arrange this, please see details in the recruitment pack.

Closing date for applications: 31 December 2025

Interviews will be held in January and February 2026

Start dates: March – June 2026

NB: Trustee roles are not remunerated, although reasonable expenses will be reimbursed

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