Job summary Health and Care Research Wales is a research infrastructure funded by the Division of Research & Development, Welsh Government. The overarching vision of Health and Care Research Wales is to be internationally recognised for its excellent health and social care research that has a positive impact on the health, wellbeing and prosperity of the people in Wales. A Support and Delivery infrastructure was established in 2015 in order to achieve maximum efficiency and effectiveness and international competiveness in the research environment within Wales. This included a Support Centre to provide centralised functions and services at a National level and local R&D functions via NHS R&D Departments at each organisation. The Health and Care Research Wales Support and Delivery mission is to facilitate health and social care research that will improve the health and well-being of people in Wales by providing and effective and efficient joined up centralised and local service. The NHS R&D Departments led by a R&D Director provide local services for research support and facilitates the sponsoring and hosting of studies within in each UHB. Part of this service includes a NHS research delivery team consisting of Research Nurses, Midwives, Clinical Studies Officers, Research Officers and Administrators, employed by NHS organisations to support the delivery of high quality health and social care studies. The post holder will be a part of these NHS research delivery teams. Main duties of the job This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months due to - meet the needs of the service If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Senior Research Midwife / Team Lead within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research Delivery Team. Based in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department within the University Hospital of Wales, the post holder will be responsible for the line management of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research Team, as well as responsibility for the overall coordination and delivery of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology research portfolio. We are seeking to employ candidates who have prior experience of research delivery or specialist clinical knowledge within the area, who are passionate about driving forward research objectives, leadership, and delivering high-quality research opportunities for patients within the service. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds. Date posted 24 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 001-NMR423-1024 Job locations University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Midwife/Nurse/or Healthcare Equivalent MSc or equivalent knowledge and experience Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Use and dissemination of research findings Experience Essential Significant experience at band 6 in a research role Extensive and proven experience of clinical research management Presentation skills Desirable Experience in submissions to regulatory bodies for research Specialist knowledge within Midwifery or Gynaecological nursing Skills Essential Leadership skills - evidence of ability to support/mentor junior staff Advanced organisational skills and ability to run a portfolio of projects at differing stages of development Excellent written and verbal skills Desirable Evidence of contribution to research publications Ability to appraise junior staff through performance reviews Special Knowledge Essential Comprehensive knowledge of the ethical organisational and regulatory environment in which clinical research is conducted Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiastic and highly motivated, able to motivate others Good evidence of time management skills - able to plan and work to agreed time scales and multitask effectively Ability to prioritise workload Desirable Strategic thinker Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Midwife/Nurse/or Healthcare Equivalent MSc or equivalent knowledge and experience Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Use and dissemination of research findings Experience Essential Significant experience at band 6 in a research role Extensive and proven experience of clinical research management Presentation skills Desirable Experience in submissions to regulatory bodies for research Specialist knowledge within Midwifery or Gynaecological nursing Skills Essential Leadership skills - evidence of ability to support/mentor junior staff Advanced organisational skills and ability to run a portfolio of projects at differing stages of development Excellent written and verbal skills Desirable Evidence of contribution to research publications Ability to appraise junior staff through performance reviews Special Knowledge Essential Comprehensive knowledge of the ethical organisational and regulatory environment in which clinical research is conducted Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiastic and highly motivated, able to motivate others Good evidence of time management skills - able to plan and work to agreed time scales and multitask effectively Ability to prioritise workload Desirable Strategic thinker 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 Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Address University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park Cardiff CF14 4XW Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)