Join a small friendly department committed to developing and retaining its members of staff to maintain and further cultivate a high performing, cohesive team, the members of which enjoy coming to work and feel valued., In the research role you will work with the principal investigator and research and development from set up to closure of both commercial and non-commercial clinical trials, all in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). You will be responsible for assessing and managing the care pathways of patients and carers participating in research studies while ensuring good communication with other members of the Department, R&D and RDN. You will have responsibility for the delivery of direct and indirect care within your own caseload, working collaboratively with members of multi-disciplinary research teams whilst always complying with GCP.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a research midwife based at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital. We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and energetic midwife who ideally has experience in both maternity practice and clinical research as band 6. You will be part of a dynamic team driving forward research across the trust; helping to promote and run research in the maternity department. You will be fully supported by the R&D team and the Principal Investigator.

The successful candidate should be well organised, be able to manage their time effectively and be able to work independently on the research trials being run in the department. You may be required to work on research in other departments or across the Trust to cover annual or sick leave as your work load permits, You will need a good clinical knowledge of midwifery practice with a desire to learn in order to work effectively. This knowledge is key to ensure that the patients feel well cared for and supported during their research journey. The successful candidate will have a full range of clinical skills, including venepuncture, foetal monitoring and recording and basic interpretation, sample testing as well as vital signs recording and taking appropriate action as required.

You will be well supported through your research work by the department as the role involves using an in-depth knowledge of clinical trial protocols and their application in practice. You will need a working knowledge of the local, national and international research regulations to ensure effective running of studies in compliance with research governance.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.