Job Overview
Help protect and enable one of the world’s richest health research datasets. At UK Biobank, we manage the most widely used and richly categorized database on human health in the world. Supporting over 20,000 researchers across more than 4,000 projects, our platforms enable scientific discoveries that help improve the understanding of disease, prevention, and treatment.
Application Details
* Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
* Department: Data Policy
* Location: Cheadle
* Compensation: £35,559 / year
Role Summary
This role sits at the centre of ensuring outputs can be reviewed safely, efficiently, and responsibly. As an Assistant Data Analyst on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, you will support the development and operation of UK Biobank’s ‘airlock’ capability within our Research Analysis Platform and Trusted Research Environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Play a key role in establishing and running an effective airlock process to facilitate efficient export and import of data.
* Conduct the review of data outputs from the platform, alongside wider reviews such as public code repositories.
* Facilitate quick and efficient turnaround times for responses on requests submitted by researchers.
* Identify opportunities to streamline and automate processes and where possible improve policies and governance.
* Work with relevant subject matter experts or champions across UKB and relevant Boards to advise on issues related to the Airlock process.
Qualifications
* A degree in a scientific or numerate subject, or equivalent experience.
* Experience with R and Python, or another statistical software package, confident to run established code and perform minor modifications.
* Basic familiarity with healthcare data structure and ability to understand and interpret it appropriately.
* Excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritise workload and to work under pressure.
* Ability to prepare and maintain detailed documentation.
Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with some flexibility, 3 days onsite with hybrid working available. Located in Greater Manchester (Park Square).
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We actively welcome applications from people with disabilities, long‑term health conditions, neurodivergent candidates, and those with diverse thinking styles. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace so everyone can perform at their best. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Tommy Wilson at jobs@ukbiobank.ac.uk.
Benefits
* 26 days’ Annual Leave – Plus Bank Holidays
* Holiday Buy Scheme
* Birthday Leave
* USS Pension Scheme
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Enhanced Family Leave
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Season Ticket Loan
* Professional Subscriptions
* £500 annual training budget
* Free On‑Site Gym
* Subsidised Canteen Lunches
* Free Car Parking
* Employee Discounts Portal
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Annual Flu Vaccination
* Life Assurance Cover
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