Clinical Research Midwife

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Main area Clinical Research Midwife
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
1.0 WTE post for Princess Royal Hospital, 1.0 WTE post for Royal Sussex County Hospital
Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

Hours total: 37.5 hours per week (Mon - Fri)
Job ref 632-SEP25

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Royal Sussex County Hospital
Town Brighton
Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum pro rata
Salary period Yearly
Closing 13/10/:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First. Our motto is where better never stops, and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have staff networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This includes our Wellbeing Programme for staff designed to support you when you need it, including flexible working where possible to support work life balance.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can grow and develop. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and feel valued for all that you do.

As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route; sponsorship can be provided where applicants meet UKVI requirements, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25,000) and role-specific criteria.

We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Research Midwife to join our team at UHSussex. This is a unique opportunity to improve care for birthing people and their babies through clinical research. You will work across obstetric research studies, support participants, manage day-to-day activities, and help lead complex trials from start to finish. You'll promote research across the Trust, guide new investigators, and ensure studies meet their goals on time with accurate, meaningful results. Collaboration with NHS teams, Universities, and industry partners will be key to growing our research programme and shaping maternity care locally and nationally. If you're enthusiastic, organized and ready to be part of something impactful, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work closely with our team of clinical research Midwives and Nurses on the Obstetric portfolio, managing studies day-to-day to ensure effective recruitment, participant retention, protocol compliance, accurate data collection, and coordination of tests and procedures.

With specialist Obstetric expertise, they will lead complex trials while delivering high-quality, compassionate care to participants. Flexibility and adaptability are essential to meet evolving demands. The role also involves championing research within Trust departments and supporting colleagues and investigators to deliver studies that advance patient care.

In addition, the post holder will track progress across the Obstetric/maternity portfolio, maintaining clear records and supporting the delivery of trials to time and target. They will foster collaborative relationships across the NHS, non-commercial partners, and pharmaceutical sponsors to strengthen research delivery within UHS Trust.

They will proactively drive change, delivering measurable improvements and aligning initiatives with current and emerging organisational strategies and healthcare priorities.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. We have staff networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This includes our Wellbeing Programme for staff designed to support you when you need it, including flexible working where possible to support work life balance.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Provide delivery of high-quality care and clinical research.
• Coordinate portfolio of research studies using expert clinical and research knowledge.
• Independently assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care and research protocols delivered to patients/participants, involving their carers and/or relatives.
• Ensure patient/participation treatment is in accordance with clinical research & local protocols and Good Clinical Practice.
• Continually evaluate the quality of the care given, regularly assessing needs of patients/participants and adjust as required to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with other health care professionals as necessary to optimise patient/participant care.
• Participate in decisions concerning the treatments that are given within the context of the research protocol and care of the patient/participant.

Please see attached Job Description for full details.

Person specification Current NMC registered midwife

• Holds NMC Registration

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Specialist knowledge in Obstetric clinical practice in an acute NHS setting

• Midwifery experience, example of specialist knowledge in application

Clearly able to demonstrate Trust values

• Example of demonstrating trust values in application

Ability to work independently and prioritise own workload

• Demonstrated in application

Obstetric clinical trial experience in an NHS setting

• NHS research experience

Good Clinical Practice certification

• Certification of GCP or awareness and willingness to complete GCP

Experience of using computer systems including Excel

• Discussed in application

Recent clinical midwifery experience Equality Diversity and Inclusion

• Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles and development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications We value individuality and authenticity. While AI tools are accessible, we discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice and experiences. Applications relying heavily on AI may misrepresent abilities and could be rejected. Please present your genuine self.

Closing Adverts Early: In exceptional interest, adverts may close earlier than specified.

Some adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; the advert will close once the cap is reached. Submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore flexible working options, please speak with the recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: We require Disclosure and Barring Service checks for new employees where eligible. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Sponsorship is welcome for roles meeting visa eligibility criteria. For details consult gov.uk. Responsibility to ensure eligibility lies with the applicant.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and disclosures may be required to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Contact
Emily Marler, Senior Research Midwife
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