Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic midwife/or neonatal nurse with an interest in clinical research to join the Women's Health Research Team at UCLH. The successful candidate(s) will play a key role in supporting an NIHR-funded study aimed at revolutionising the way neonatal jaundice is measured. This will be achieved using an innovative app, developed as a tool for jaundice screening. The role involves undertaking research to validate the smartphone app (neoSCB), which measures jaundice by capturing images of a baby's eye. The study aims to bring the app to a stage where we can apply for its approval to be used as a routine screening tool in clinical practice. The position is fixed term funded until December 2025, with the potential for an extension if study milestones are met. The postholder will ensure that all research activities prioritise participant wellbeing and comply with Good Clinical Practice and clinical governance standards. Applicants must meet all the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification and align with the Trust's vision and values. Candidates should have at least 2 years of post-registration experience and a genuine interest in clinical research. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare and want to contribute to this transformative project, apply now to join our dedicated team Main duties of the job The postholder will ensure that all research prioritises the wellbeing of participants and adheres strictly to Good Clinical Practice and clinical governance regulations. While prior research experience is advantageous, it is not mandatory, as comprehensive training will be provided by our team leads and study sponsors. The role involves coordinating the neoSCB research study, contributing to study set-up, screening and recruiting participants, ensuring timely completion to meet recruitments targets, data collection, and leading study close-out. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare apply now to join our friendly and supportive team About us University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals University College Hospital Grafton Way Building Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre The Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £44,806 to £53,134 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 7 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 309-UCLH-6024 Job locations Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College London Hospital 25 Grafton Way London WC1E 6DB Job description Job 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 for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 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 second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Job description Job 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 for the second year running : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust 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 second year in a row. UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work. To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH? Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Registered Neonatal nurse or Midwife with evidence of continuing professional development. First degree or working towards a degree. Evidence of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification or awareness of it Knowledge of the role of a Research Nurse or Midwife Knowledge of Research Governance Framework Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice Understanding of professional and current issues in midwifery, neonatal and in clinical research Knowledge of current WHR studies running within UCLH Understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues Midwifery, neonatal or paediatric experience Experience Essential 2 years post registration and clinical NHS experience Evidence of working as a Nurse/Midwife within an NHS Women's Health clinical area Exposure to research delivery within their clinical setting. Desirable Evidence of research delivery experience Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrate clinical ability to provide high quality patient care Strong organisational and project management skills Proven ability to work under own initiative and manage own workload. High level of administrative skills & computer literacy to include use of Microsoft Office suit. Curiosity & detail orientated with a high level of accuracy Demonstratable problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Desirable Basic lab skills Values Essential Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving Communication Essential Demonstrate ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with advanced written and oral communication skills Personal and People Development Essential Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements Experience of supporting the induction, orientation and training of new Nursing, Midwifery or research staff and students Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential 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 Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by: Essential Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. Specific Requirements Essential Flexible approach to working Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential Registered Neonatal nurse or Midwife with evidence of continuing professional development. First degree or working towards a degree. Evidence of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) qualification or awareness of it Knowledge of the role of a Research Nurse or Midwife Knowledge of Research Governance Framework Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice Understanding of professional and current issues in midwifery, neonatal and in clinical research Knowledge of current WHR studies running within UCLH Understanding of data protection and confidentiality issues Midwifery, neonatal or paediatric experience Experience Essential 2 years post registration and clinical NHS experience Evidence of working as a Nurse/Midwife within an NHS Women's Health clinical area Exposure to research delivery within their clinical setting. Desirable Evidence of research delivery experience Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrate clinical ability to provide high quality patient care Strong organisational and project management skills Proven ability to work under own initiative and manage own workload. High level of administrative skills & computer literacy to include use of Microsoft Office suit. Curiosity & detail orientated with a high level of accuracy Demonstratable problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Desirable Basic lab skills Values Essential Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving Communication Essential Demonstrate ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with advanced written and oral communication skills Personal and People Development Essential Awareness of responsibility to develop and sustain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements Experience of supporting the induction, orientation and training of new Nursing, Midwifery or research staff and students Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential 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 Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by: Essential Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control. Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently. Specific Requirements Essential Flexible approach to working Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing, University College London Hospital 25 Grafton Way London WC1E 6DB Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)