Health Research Assistant; Bank

Health Research Assistant (Bank) – UK Biobank

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Your role is to ensure anેલી exceptional participant experience and accurate clinical assessments at our Imaging Centre in Cheadle.

Final date to receive applications: 25 January 2026
Department:
Imaging

Location:

Cheadle
Compensation: £21.34 - £27.73 / hour

Zero‑hours contract. Working day bancaire 12‑hour shifts, Monday to Sunday, 7:30 am–8:30 pm.

• Ensure the welfare of participants throughout their visit, providing excellent quality care.
• Conduct study interviews with participants to obtain health information.
• Obtain blood samples via venepuncture (training provided).
• Process biological samples, including blood, within the blood processing room.
• Liaise with্ঠ coordinating site laboratory, ensuring samples are handled and stored correctly.

• Background in lab skills, clinical or healthcare.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly explain procedures to participants.
• Passion for delivering exceptional, person‑centred customer service.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, or equivalent).
• Detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workloads efficiently while maintaining a high standard of work.

• Competitive rates.
• Work‑life balance, no night shifts.
• Subsidised lunches (when working on site) and refreshments.
• Free parking.

UK Biobank is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees, fostering respectful, engaging, and diverse professional opportunities.

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