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 otherspecialities 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 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.

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.

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

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Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf