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Clinical Research Midwife

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

London, WC1E 6DBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£47,951 to £56,863

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

4 October 2026

6 days left

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...

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.

If you're a proactive and enthusiastic Midwife with a passion for research, we encourage you to apply and become part of our friendly and supportive team.

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:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso 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.

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Midwife with evidence of continuing professional development.
  • First degree
  • Evidence of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification or willingness to obtain
  • Knowledge of the role of a Research Midwife
  • Knowledge of Clinical Research Governance
  • Understanding of professional and current issues in midwifery and gynaecology, and in clinical research
  • Knowledge of current women's health studies running within UCLH
  • Understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues

Desirable: - Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of working as Midwife within a women's health clinical area
  • 2 years post registration
  • Demonstrate clinical ability to provide high quality patient care

Desirable: - Exposure to research delivery within their clinical setting.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Strong organisational and project management skills
  • Proven ability to work under own initiative and manage own workload.
  • High level of administrative skills & computer literacy to include use of Microsoft Office suit.
  • Curiosity & detail orientated with a high level of accuracy.
  • Demonstratable problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Communication

Essential

  • Demonstrate ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with advanced written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent computer literacy including experience of Microsoft programmes including Word, Excel and Teams

Personal and People Development

Essential: - Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements

Desirable: - Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion:

Essential

  • Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Specific Requirements

Essential: - Flexible approach to working

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

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First seen

18 September 2026

Last checked

22 September 2026

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About the employer

UCL
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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