UK Biobank Careers
Join the team
Where can you have a direct impact on health research happening across the globe?
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.
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 are a diverse team of close to 300 people, with a wide range of skills and backgrounds, working to enable scientific discovery to improve public health. We provide health data to thousands of scientists worldwide - whether it's helping to fight coronavirus, dementia, heart disease, diabetes, or lots of other illnesses that strike in mid to late life.
A note from our CEO
“UK Biobank is scientifically unparalleled and arguably the UK’s most significant scientific asset. With its unique combination of scale, depth, maturity and accessibility...UK Biobank has become the world’s most important health resource. None of this would be possible without the altruism of the 500,000 British citizens who agreed to join the study some decades ago and the many tens of thousands of scientists around the world, together with our diverse, committed and engaged people who work for UK Biobank”Professor Sir Rory Collins, CEO and Principal Investor, UK Biobank
The UK Biobank journey
Where can you have a direct impact on health research happening across the globe?
At UK Biobank, that’s where.
Join us for an overview of the last 20 years of our journey, as well as hear some testimonials from the scientists and experts who we work alongside and the impact that UK Biobank is having on health research.
At UK Biobank, that’s where.
Join us for an overview of the last 20 years of our journey, as well as hear some testimonials from the scientists and experts who we work alongside and the impact that UK Biobank is having on health research.
Benefits
Whilst we’re passionate about enabling scientific discoveries, we also know you have a family, friends, hobbies, and a life outside the office. That’s why we offer a great benefits package, not just a competitive salary.
*Site specific benefit
*Site specific benefit
Work-Life Balance
Enjoy a balance between your work and personal life with:
Annual Leave
26 days + bank holidays, rising to 30 days' with length of service
Holiday Buy
Buy up to 1 week of additional annual leave
Birthday Leave
An additional day off for your birthday
Work-Life Balance
Policies that promote a healthy work-life balance
Family Policies
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay
Financial Security
Peace of mind with the following financial benefits:
Life Assurance
Financial support for your family, should the worst happen
Sick Pay
Up to 6 months full sick pay
USS Pension
A hybrid defined benefit and defined contribution scheme
Discount Platform
Access a range of discounts through our Perkbox platform
Wellbeing
Look after your physical and mental health with the following benefits:
Vaccinations
Free vaccinations against Flu and Hepatitis B
On-Site Gym*
Free use of the Park Square gym
Mini Golf*
Free use of the Park Square mini golf course
Wellbeing Support
Access to a variety of support services and resources
Other Perks
Take advantage of all the other perks of working for UK Biobank
Development
Every team has a budget set aside for training and development
Social Events
An active social committee with regular social events
Free Lunch*
Free lunch whilst working on-site
Free Parking*
Free on-site parking
“UK Biobank has a supportive, progressive culture that has enabled me to further both my education and career. There’s a great team spirit and the working hours give me plenty of flexibility to pursue my interests outside of work. It’s fantastic to be part of such a ground breaking project. ”Sue Jeffcock, Superintendent Radiographer
Working at UK Biobank
Hear about what it's like to work at UK Biobank from some of our valued employees.
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