Research Midwife

The Trust is looking to recruit a 1.0 WTE research midwife. The aim of this post is to allow opportunity for a high calibre individual to develop their skills in the field of research and to become a strong autonomous research practitioner.

The post holder will be responsible for assisting the Trust with its commitment to a sustained and dramatic increase in recruitment of patients into  research studies.

The Trust has a diverse and growing portfolio of research studies that its researchers are recruiting to, some of which overlap with other specialities within the organisation.

The role is fixed term for 12 months.

Internal secondments may be considered but applicants MUST SEEK APPROVAL from their substantive clinical line manager FIRST.

This role will be central to the day-to-day co-ordination of all participant facing activity, leading and supporting the delivery of research studies across the multiple speciality areas within obstetrics/maternity.

The successful individual will have excellent communication skills, be highly organised and have the ability to manage and prioritise their workload within a diverse, multidisciplinary team.  The individual will be experienced in the management of clinical research activities particularly within a maternity setting.

The individual will also be responsible for assisting the RD&I Department with feasibility and set up of new NIHR portfolio studies, working collaboratively with Principal Investigators, wider key teams and stakeholders across the NHS, academia and industry to support the successful delivery of commercial and non-commercial studies.

To disseminate information and educate colleagues in respect of research within the Trust.

Liaison with Trust and and multi-disciplinary research teams.

To give advice on the organisation and management of the research in progress.

To identify and screen eligible patients for participation in the project.

To facilitate the informed consent and recruitment of research participants.

To work with staff to develop strategies to overcome barriers to recruitment.

To be aware of ethical considerations of research and act as the patient’s advocate at all times.

To be fully conversant with the requirements of the project protocol in relation to patient management, data collection and safety reporting.

Maintain accurate records and undertake the data management including the use of data software packages.

To assist with dissemination and publication of research findings.

Actively contribute to activities, events and training within the research team.

To contribute to evidence based practice at a clinical level and maintain overall standard of care for patients at all times.

To act as a resource for local staff at the participating site in relation to research projects.

To keep appropriate staff informed of the progress of research projects.

To maintain an awareness of current advances in research and midwifery practice.

To continue professional development, keeping updated with current clinical practice to maintain professional registration.

To maintain links with other research midwives across the network to develop and share knowledge and to provide mutual support.

To attend local and national meetings in relation to research as required.