WHERE CAN A HEALTH RESEARCH ASSISTANT 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.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

This position would ideally suit someone with great customer service skills, with a passion for working with people with a background in clinical/health care.
The working pattern for this role, and the salary, is based on 36 hours per week (3 x 12-hour shifts) over Monday to Sunday, 7.30am - 8.30pm.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure participant welfare throughout their visit with a good level of quality care
• Ensure participant’s details are correctly identified prior to the examination
• Maintain the confidentiality of volunteers and staff
• Obtain blood samples via Venepuncture (training provided)
• Conduct physical measures to collect data from the participant
• Conduct study interviews with participants to obtain health information
• Processing biological samples in the bloods processing room
• Liaise with the co-ordinating site laboratory
• Update co-ordinating site laboratory with any issues that have arisen
• Ensure samples are kept within designated temperatures
• Ensure all equipment is operating as it should and escalating any issues
• Ensure all tasks are completed for the smooth running of the day
• Maintain cleanliness of the imaging centre
• Communicate effectively with colleagues based at the site and with those at the coordinating laboratory using verbal, written and digital platforms