Research Administrator

**Description**:
**Where can a Research Administrator (Epidemiology Team) directly improve the health of everyone, everywhere?**

At UK Biobank, that’s where.

UK Biobank is helping to pioneer new pathways in health, believing that people have the right to live longer and more fulfilling lives.

We’re a team aiming to make a difference to millions of people on this planet - and an employer who cares passionately about the diverse range of professionals who have come together to drive our incredible journey.

This role is pivotal to that journey.

**Can you do it?**:
The key responsibilities are;
- Working across the Access and Epidemiology teams to provide scientific advice on the conduct of the study and on the available data and samples to researchers worldwide.
- Helping to maintain an up-to-date database of publications that have been published using UK Biobank data.
- Maintain other databases and records to ensure they are current and up to date at all times.
- Work closely with the senior stakeholders based at Nuffield Department of Population Health (NDPH) and UK Biobank with regard to day-to-day activities.
- Work in accordance with and help maintain processes and procedures according to quality standards ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 and support UK Biobank to meet future targets.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the role-holder is required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested within the scope of the post. All staff are required to act in a professional, cooperative and flexible manner, in line with the requirements of the post

Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with expected 2 days per week in the office (based in Cheadle, Stockport, until 2026 when we move to Manchester Science Park).

**Is this 'you'?**:
Reporting to the Head of Research Development, you’ll have experience of;
- Significant relevant experience in epidemiology, with an excellent understanding of epidemiological concepts and study design.
- Excellent organisation and communication skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work effectively with mínimal supervision.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Experience in delivering excellent researcher support and/or customer service delivery in a fast-paced administrative environment.
- Willingness to work flexibly to meet business demands.
- A good knowledge of the research processes in an academic and/or commercial organisation is (desirable).

Our passion for diversity and equity means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging, and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development.

**What's on offer**:
If that is ‘You’, find out more about an exceptional role that offers an outstanding rewards package.
- 26 days' annual leave (which increases with length of service) plus Bank Holidays
- Holiday buy scheme (buy up to 1 week of additional leave per year)
- A paid day off for your birthday (in addition to annual leave)
- Flexible (hybrid) working, including modern offices in Stockport (relocating to new office in Manchester Science Park in 2026)
- USS Pension Scheme which is a ‘hybrid’ defined benefit/defined contribution scheme
- Enhanced family leave (available from day 1 of employment)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Professional subscriptions reimbursement (where applicable)
- Free gym on site
- On site Canteen
- Subsidised lunches (£5.50 contribution per day when working on site) and refreshments
- Free car parking
- Employee discounts portal
- 20% Discount at EE
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye-care scheme
- Annual flu vaccination
- Life Assurance cover

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**About UK Biobank**:
UK Biobank is a large-scale biomedical database and research resource containing in-depth genetic and health information from half a million UK participants.

The database, the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the world, is anonymised and made widely accessible by UK Biobank to global researchers who use it to find new scientific discoveries about common and life-threatening diseases - such as cancer, heart disease and stroke which strike in mid-later life.

UK Biobank is an innovative organisation with over 250 staff across four sites in the UK that fosters an engaging environment and supports the development of our staff. Our dedicated teams work alongside the world's leading biomedical scientists in our joint mission to improve public health.