Data Analyst in England

Where can a Data Analyst 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.

We have an exciting opportunity to process, manage and curate the large and diverse amounts of data acquired by UK Biobank. You will be maintaining, documenting, interrogating and resolving issues and challenges associated with the data sets and the associated analytic approaches and algorithms for use by the worldwide research community, and to perform standard data management tasks. You will also ensure that data is made available to researchers and is clear, accurate, and well-documented.

The key responsibilities are:

• Working with UK Biobank IT and Epidemiology teams to clean, validate and refine large amounts of data from a variety of sources for inclusion in the UK Biobank resource to ensure data are error-free, consistent and well-documented.
• Writing queries to interrogate the study resource and performing analyses for internal use.
• Checking, extracting and manipulating the data for external researchers.
• Documenting and maintaining records of all changes to the UK Biobank resource and associated processes in a well-structured manner.
• Responding to data queries from researchers wishing to use the resource to address a wide range of research questions.
• Producing technical reports on data management and procedures.
• Providing clear annotation of data-fields and supporting documentation for the data in the UK Biobank resource.
• Managing the transfer of data to and from researchers, where appropriate.
• Exploring IT and data management tools for handling large and complex datasets.
• Delivering training sessions and providing guidance to external researchers on the origins and interpretation of UK Biobank data.

Reporting to the Senior Data Analyst, you will have:

• An MSc or equivalent in a scientific or numerate subject, or ability to demonstrate equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in using relational databases and writing SQL queries.
• Proficiency in using R statistical software package, and associated libraries such as Tidyverse.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with the ability to present to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to prioritise workload and to work under pressure.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, and ability to prepare and maintain detailed documentation.
• Highly motivated with excellent attention to detail, able to work on own initiative and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hybrid working is available. Located in Greater Manchester (initially based in Stockport with a move to Manchester Science Park mid to late 2026).

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

Your Wellbeing Matters to Us

Colleagues at UK Biobank often highlight feeling supported, included, and connected to meaningful work, with wellbeing and work–life balance genuinely valued across teams. We’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, financial security, and development from day one:

• 26 Days’ Annual Leave - Plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Holiday Buy Scheme - Purchase up to one additional week of leave per year.
• Birthday Leave - Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
• USS Pension Scheme - Hybrid defined benefit/defined contribution pension plan.
• Healthcare Cash Plan - Claim back costs for everyday health expenses.
• Enhanced Family Leave - Subject to eligibility.
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on a new bike and accessories.
• Season Ticket Loan - Interest-free loan to help with commuting costs.
• Professional Subscriptions - Reimbursement where applicable.
• Learning budget - Annual funds for courses, books, or anything else that fuels your personal and professional growth.
• Free On-Site Gym - Stay active with access to our gym facilities.
• Subsidised Canteen Lunches - Enjoy healthy meals at reduced prices.
• Free Car Parking - On-site parking available for staff.
• Employee Discounts Portal - Access to savings across retail, travel, and more.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
• Annual Flu Vaccination - Stay protected with free flu jabs.
• Life Assurance Cover - Financial protection for your loved ones.

Note: The job advert closing date may change, so early applications are encouraged.