
Data Analyst
UK Biobank
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Cheadle • United Kingdom
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Salary
💰 £41,000 - £43,000 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
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Hard Skills & Tools
SQLRTidyversedata cleaningdata validationdata manipulationdata analysistechnical reportingdocumentationdata management
Soft Skills
written communicationoral communicationproblem solvinganalytical skillsattention to detailtime managementteamworkinitiativetrainingguidance
Certifications
MSc