Clinical Research Midwife

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated Midwife with an interest in clinical research for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role supports the Flip2 trial examining vaginal probiotic use to reduce preterm birth risk in high-risk women, with training provided where needed.

Ideal candidates may have 2 years post-registration experience and a genuine interest in research, but full training will be provided to the successful applicant who demonstrates

Qualifications

• Clinical research interest or experience desirable
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to understand and implement complex academic protocols
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support the Flip2 trial within obstetrics research
• Contribute to a wider obstetrics and gynaecology research portfolio
• Ensure accurate data collection and adherence to study protocols
• Provide high-quality patient care within the research setting

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate Midwife with an interest in clinical research to join our dynamic research team at University College London Hospital on a 12 month fixed term contract.

This role involves the delivery and the Flip2 trial which is a randomised controlled trial exploring whether the vaginal probiotic LACTIN-V (Lactobacillus crispatus) reduces preterm birth risk in high-risk women.

Details of our wider obstetrics and gynaecology research portfolio are available on our Maternity Research webpage: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/our-services/find-service/womens-health-1/maternity-services/maternity-research.

While prior research experience is desirable and candidates with this background are particularly encouraged to apply, it is not essential, as full training will be provided; the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to quickly understand and implement complex academic protocols, possess strong attention to detail, excellent time management and organisational skills, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Applicants must meet all the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification and align with the Trust's vision and values. Ideally, candidates will have at least 2 years of post-registration experience and a genuine interest in clinical research.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)


• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery


• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals


• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building


• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine


• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre


• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases


• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world-class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Yaa Acheampong Job title: Clinical Research Manager Email address: [e-mail]

For More Information Please Contact

Yaa Acheampong, Clinical Research Manager – [e-mail]