Search for more jobs in London
Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
21 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Evidence of working as Midwife within a women’s health clinical area
- Experience
2 years post registration
- Experience
Demonstrate clinical ability to provide high quality patient care
- Communication
Demonstrate ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with advanced written and oral communication skills
- Communication
Excellent computer literacy including experience of Microsoft programmes including Word, Excel and Teams
- Skills and Abilities
Strong organisational and project management skills
- Skills and Abilities
Proven ability to work under own initiative and manage own workload.
- Skills and Abilities
High level of administrative skills & computer literacy to include use of Microsoft Office suit.
- Skills and Abilities
Curiosity & detail orientated with a high level of accuracy.
- Skills and Abilities
Demonstratable problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Specific Requirements
Flexible approach to working
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Registered Midwife with evidence of continuing professional development.
- Knowledge and Qualifications
First degree
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Evidence of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification or willingness to obtain
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Knowledge of the role of a Research Midwife
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Knowledge of Clinical Research Governance
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Understanding of professional and current issues in midwifery and gynaecology, and in clinical research
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Knowledge of current women’s health studies running within UCLH
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues
- Personal and People Development
Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements
- Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Exposure to research delivery within their clinical setting.
- Knowledge and Qualifications
Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice
- Personal and People Development
Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements
Job overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate Midwife with an interest in clinical research to join our dynamic research team at University College London Hospital on a 12 month fixed term contract
This role involves the delivery and the Flip2 trial which is a randomised controlled trial exploring whether the vaginal probiotic LACTIN-V (Lactobacillus crispatus) reduces preterm birth risk in high-risk women.
Details of our wider obstetrics and gynaecology research portfolio are available on our Maternity Research webpage: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/our-services/find-service/womens-health-1/maternity-services/maternity-research
Main duties of the job
While prior research experience is desirable and candidates with this background are particularly encouraged to apply, it is not essential, as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to quickly understand and implement complex academic protocols, possess strong attention to detail, excellent time management and organisational skills, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Applicants must meet all the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification and align with the Trust's vision and values. Ideally, candidates will have at least 2 years of post-registration experience and a genuine interest in clinical research.
If you're a proactive and enthusiastic Midwife with a passion for research, we encourage you to apply and become part of our friendly and supportive team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Applicant requirements
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 it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 6 Midwife roles in London
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Clinical Research Midwife with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Midwife role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 per annum inclusive of HCAS (Pro rata). The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Limited funding). The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (18 Sep 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHSjob search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.