Research Midwife

The University of Edinburgh; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse international community

Staff benefits package

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Clinical Research Midwife to join the Edinburgh Pregnancy Research Team (EPRT) based in the Institute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research. The post supports clinical trials and research studies in pregnant women/people and their babies, working with NHS Lothian and the Edinburgh Reproductive Tissue Biobank.

This full-time, fixed-term position (35 hours; potential for 21–35 hours) offers a competitive salary (£34,610–£39,906) plus a

Qualifications

• Experience with clinical trials and pregnancy research essential.
• Knowledge of pregnancy journey from antenatal care through birth and beyond.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage a busy workload according to study needs.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical trials and research studies in pregnant women/people and their babies.
• Collaborate with EPRT, the University of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian, and the Edinburgh Reproductive Tissue Biobank.
• Ensure high quality care in line with protocols, GCP and legislation.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical trial coordination

Nursing experience

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

UE06N: £34,610 - £39,906 per annum (plus 7% market pay supplement)

CMVM / School of Neurological and Cardiovascular Sciences / Institute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research

Full-time: 35 hours. (part-time hours may be considered)

Fixed-term: January 2027 - December 2027

The Opportunity:

Together we can dogreat things. Be part of something bigger.

A unique employer in a vibrant city

The Universityisn’tjust any employer. We are part of alocal communityand a contributor toglobal thinking,progress and research. In Edinburgh, you are in one of the world’s most attractive cities with active arts and social sectors, while working in aUniversitythat has made significant contributions to society, medicine,physicsand teaching for over four centuries. Our people have helped create the modern world and are working on more ground-breaking technologies and practices. We can offer opportunities for you to develop in your career and make a real difference in the communities around us while contributing to the world at large.

Make a meaningful impact

Join theUniversity of Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Pregnancy Research Team andyou’llbe making a difference to everything around you. Be part of something bigger — whereyou’lldo meaningful work, grow and progress, be rewarded and recognised, and benefit from our strong commitment to your wellbeing. There are so many reasons to join us.

Job type: Clinical Research Midwife

People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.

We are looking for aResearchMidwife to join the Edinburgh PregnancyResearchTeam (EPRT) to support clinical trials andresearchstudies in pregnant women/people and their babies. Based in theInstitute for Neuroscience and Cardiovascular Research and NHS Lothian RIE,the successful candidatewillbe assigned toone or moreresearchstudies, working closely with colleagues in EPRT, University of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian, and the Edinburgh Reproductive Tissue Biobank. Knowledge of the pregnancy journeyand associated carefrom anantenatal clinic setting through to birth and beyond is essential. The post holder will have excellent communication skills and be able to plan and manage a busy workload according to the needs of thestudies. They will ensure the highest standard of care is delivered toresearchparticipants, in accordance with the protocols, Good Clinical Practice Guidelines (GCP) and applicable legislation.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time hours (minimum 21 hours per week).

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Rebecca Reynolds ([e-mail]).

A market pay supplement equivalent to 7% of salary shall be payable in addition to substantive salary. Additionally, the normal incremental pay range for this post will be points 1-9 of the published scales.

An Honorary NHS contract will besoughtfor the successful post holder. You therefore must be eligible to hold an honorary contract with NHS Lothian, and must also be registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council.

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As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page opens in a new tab and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates from all backgrounds and ethnicities.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages.

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 4 September 2026.

Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm UK time. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.

Interviews will be held in September 2026.