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The Women’s Health Research Centre (WHRC) at ICHT/ICL is at the forefront of clinical research aimed at improving outcomes and experiences in women's reproductive health and childbirth.

An opportunity has arisen to appoint a Band-6 Research Midwife/Nurse to work within the WHRC. The postholder will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day delivery of clinical research, including consenting participants, collecting samples, and maintaining accurate, confidential and high-quality patient data. The role requires strict adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) principles.

The postholder will have an opportunity to contribute to a range of women’s health studies from pre-conception to menopause. This role offers the chance to develop specialist research skills within a dynamic, supportive environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in women’s health research, strong interest in advancing women’s health outcomes, excellent attention to detail, and willing to work collaboratively as part of a team.
The postholder will be based between Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea Hospital and St Mary’s Hospital. This is a 12-month fixed term role, however a secondment may be considered.

For an informal discussion contact Danielle Thornton (Lead Research Midwife danielle.thornton4@nhs.net) or Amy Barker (amy.barker10@nhs.net)

The post holder will support the aims of the Trust and the NIHR clinical research network to improve the speed, quality, and integration of clinical research, through the successful delivery of clinical research in the NHS.

The post holder will be a recognised expert in one or more specialities with an understanding of the research environment. They will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of clinical research projects, collaborating with key personnel throughout the trust and network to ensure continued care and support for patients involved in clinical trials

The focus of the role will be in supporting the delivery and development of the research portfolio through identification of suitable participants, co-ordination, recruitment, performance and maintenance of study documentation. The post holder will require sufficient skills to enable patients to make informed choices concerning their involvement in the clinical trials by providing advice and information and acting as the patients advocate.

The post holder will ensure that any research undertaken safeguards the well-being of research participants and is conducted to ICH Good Clinical Practice

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Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

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The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.