Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Midwife to join the Women's Health Research team at West Middlesex Hospital to deliver The Generation Study.



Do you want to help us transform the quality of NHS genetic services for neonates? We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Research Midwife funded to join our team at West Middlesex Hospital for 18 months. Our team is leading on transformation in patient care by delivering The Generation Study, which is sponsored by Genomics England. The study focuses on screening neonates for approximately 200 rare conditions at birth using umbilical cord blood samples. Potential participants will be approached during their pregnancy and counselled on the study.



If you are committed to contributing to a team delivering excellence in research in genomics and would like to develop your research experience, this is the post for you. You will be joining an enthusiastic, friendly, motivated multidisciplinary research team working closely with the obstetricians, midwives and other members of the multidisciplinary team. This is an ideal opportunity to contribute to translating research into clinical practice for the benefit of patients.



If you are enthusiastic, have a positive and flexible approach to your practice and are passionate about improving women's healthcare, please consider applying.



We are a small team who are dedicated to growth and development at the Trust. The Women's Health Research Team deliver studies covering a variety of women's health conditions in gynaecology, pregnancy and reproductive health. We support our team members to grow and develop and the cross-site teams work collaboratively. Our key goals are to provide studies which will improve the health of women and their families and to be accessible to all demographics. The trust has undertaken a lot of improvements to ensure that women and their families can access relevant information in a variety of mediums and languages and this is something we are passionate about in the Women's Health Research Team.



The post-holder will work with The Generation Study Coordinator who works cross site as well as with a Clinical Trials Assistant who will be based at West Middlesex Hospital. You will lead on the identification and consent of participants in line with the research protocol, while also adhering to good clinical practice (GCP) standards. You will be expected to deputise for the Study Coordinator when they are unavailable by representing the trust at meetings with the sponsor and relevant stakeholders. In addition to this you will support the team with sample collection and delivery, data collection and management and ordering project consumables.

For more information about the Generation Study please visit:

Homepage - Generation Study



Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.



Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.



We continually invest in our facilities, including a 30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an 80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.



We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."



If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.



Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.



Clinical Trial Management (CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs)



Obtain informed consent from participants for non-CTIMP studies (i.e. observational and questionnaire) as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI) and within parameters of the protocol.



Support participants considering taking part in interventional and observational research with the decision-making process, ensuring that their information needs are met sensitively and that they have a full understanding of the research study and its requirements.



To ensure all Adverse Events are reported in line with the Trust Adverse Events Reporting policy



Ensuring all reporting to regulatory bodies and Research Networks (if applicable) is done in a timely manner.



Facilitate and maintain (written and verbal) communication between the PI, research and clinical teams in ensuring that the study protocol is correctly implemented and research governance standards are met and maintained.



Ensuring that all equipment used in the trial is appropriately calibrated and that supporting documentation is retained.



Perform all visits, observations, and clinical procedures such as monitoring vital signs, body measurements, height and weight, ECGs, venepuncture, cannulation, drug administration with the participants in accordance with the procedures and schedule of

the study protocol



General Clinical Duties



Lead on assessing planning and implementing high quality care, and evaluating care options for patients in the clinical area, in line with the Trust values and objectives.



Lead on complex clinical care for patients within their area.



Ensure the safe custody, maintenance and administration of medication, in accordance with established Trust policy.



Promote and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients, their families and staff, according to national and local Infection Control guidelines, Health & Safety legislation and Trust policies and objectives.



Provide sound evidence based clinical advice as required to staff and patients.



Maintain a good understanding and implementation of clinical escalation procedures as required.



Clinical Trial Set Up (CTIMPs and Non-CTIMPs)



Contribute to the assessment of trial protocols and safety, regulatory and logistical issues

in the running of the trial.



Contribute to trial feasibility meetings.



Liaise with the R&D Governance Team to ensure all studies have been given Health Research Authority approval and Capacity and Capability confirmation prior to commencement.



Liaise with NIHR Clinical Research Network personnel in identifying trials in the pipeline.



Liaise with the NIHR Clinical Research Network throughout studies and facilitate the lines of communication between the Trust / R&D and the NIHR CRN.



Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the financial issues relating to the undertaking of clinical research.