Job Description

Why choose UK Biobank

UK Biobank are seeking to hire a Bank Radiographer to join our team based in Cheadle to play a key role in the biggest research study of its kind ever undertaken.


The role is working on a zero hours contract where generally the working day consists of 12 hour shifts over Monday to Sunday, 7.30am-8.30pm.


UK Biobank is quite unique in its great work/life balance offering:


No night shifts 12-hour shifts per day between 7.30am-8.30pm Competitive rates Christmas and Easter shut down Free parking Free lunch (whilst on shift) Access to USS pension contributory Pension Scheme (dependent on eligibility) Healthcare Cash plan HepB and Flu Vaccinations Access to annual leave allowance Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Perkbox employee discount programme
Our Centre consists of two Siemens MRI scanners, a 3T Skyra for neuro imaging, (including fMRI), and a 1.5T Aera for cardiac and abdominal imaging. In addition to this, the teams also undertake DEXA and Ultrasound scans of the carotid artery.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

The Radiography Team are responsible for capturing high quality images according to our protocols for the Imaging Enhancement Study. They provide a key role in ensuring they obtain high quality images whilst ensuring 'incidental findings' of a potentially serious nature, observed during routine scanning, are reported in accordance with UK Biobank's policy. Full and comprehensive training provided in all of our modalities which includes MRI, DEXA and ultrasound protocols.

Essential

Qualified Radiographer HCPC Registered Passion for research and making a difference Graduates welcome to apply

Desirable

MRI Experience
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.


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About UK Biobank

UK Biobank is a large-scale biomedical database and research resource containing in-depth genetic and health information from half a million UK participants.


The database, the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the world, is anonymised and made widely accessible by UK Biobank to global researchers who use it to find new scientific discoveries about common and life-threatening diseases - such as cancer, heart disease and stroke which strike in mid-later life.


UK Biobank is an innovative organisation with over 250 staff across four sites in the UK that fosters an engaging environment and supports the development of our staff. Our dedicated teams work alongside the world's leading biomedical scientists in our joint mission to improve public health.


Job Type: Permanent


Benefits:


Company events Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person