Research Midwife

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., 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.
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust has a responsibility and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Every employee of the Trust has a responsibility and is duty bound always to act in the best interest of a child or adult about whom we may have concerns.
Trust policy requires the cost of DBS applications be recovered via salary. The amount of £21.50(standard) or £41.50(enhanced) can be deducted from salary, in manageable monthly instalments for up to 3 months following commencement in post.
The Trust is committed to creating a well-managed,flexible working environment that supports staff & promotes welfare & development. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity;we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community.We operate Zero Tolerance to aggression, violence, bullying and harassment.We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our recruitment & selection process is accessible to all.Flexible Working applications will be considered.
If you are disabled and have special support needs in applying for a job, attending for an interview or in undertaking any tests as part of a selection process, please contact the Trust's recruitment team on and someone from that team will ensure that the recruiting manager is aware of your particular needs.
Please Note:new entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the first paypoint of the relevant band.
LWH has a responsibility & is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children, young people & vulnerable adults & for ensuring that they are protected from harm. Every employee of the Trust has a responsibility & is duty bound always to act in the best interest of a child or adult about whom we may have concerns.
Liverpool Women's Hospital is committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. To this end, we particularly welcome applicants from racially minoritised backgrounds, who have a disability, or are members of the Armed Forces, Reservists or Veterans.
For agenda for change banded roles; salary payments will reflect the 2023/24 pay scales. The 2024/25 pay scales will be paid in October 2024 including any backpay due. Therefore should the successful applicant start in post prior to October, the salary will initially reflect the 2023/24 pay scales.

Liverpool Women's delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and their families. Each year we deliver over 8,300 babies, carry out over 10,000 gynaecological procedures, and care for over 1,000 poorly and preterm newborns, making us the specialist provider of health services for women, babies and their families in Europe.
We have some of the leading experts in their field, and, after featuring on One Born Every Minute, Miracle Babies and Special Baby Unit, our teams are famous across the world for their professionalism, skill and compassion.
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We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role., 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 us the 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.
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