The Opportunity
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a research nurse/midwife to develop and maintain the Theirworld Edinburgh Birth Cohort (TEBC). You will join a team investigating the causes and consequences of preterm birth on childhood outcomes, leading participant recruitment and data/sample collection within a birth cohort study.
This is a full-time position (35 hours/week), with flexibility for part-time or flexible working patterns. The role is fixed-term (01/10/25 – 31/12/26) with potential extension.
The salary for this position is UE06N: £34,610 to £42,254 per annum, pro-rata if part-time. A market pay supplement of 7% will be added, along with normal incremental pay points 1-9.
Applicants must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Employment is contingent upon membership of the PVG scheme and a satisfactory check. Delays in PVG processing may postpone start dates.
Skills and Attributes for Success
* Experience at senior level in nursing or relevant allied health fields dealing with neonates.
* Effective interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
* Neonatal life support certification.
* Strong time management and workload prioritization skills.
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Application Requirements
Please include:
* CV
* Cover letter
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Dynamic, rewarding work environment
* Diverse, international community
* Comprehensive staff benefits, including generous leave, pension schemes, discounts, and family initiatives. Details available on our staff benefits page and reward calculator.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award, is part of the Race Equality Charter, and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, promoting equality across gender, race, and LGBT communities.
Applicants must demonstrate their right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available for this role. International applicants must show alternative rights to work.
Key Dates
Application deadline: 3rd September 2025, 11:59 pm GMT. Adjusts to local time for international applicants.
About Us
The University of Edinburgh is a leading research university committed to addressing global challenges through teaching, research, and innovation, with a strong international presence.
About the Team
Our College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, with roots dating back nearly 500 years, is renowned for research and teaching. It comprises multiple schools and offers extensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supported by over 1000 academic staff. Facilities include major research institutes and clinical sites, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration to address health challenges globally.
The REF 2021 results reaffirm Edinburgh’s status as a top UK research university, ranked fourth nationally and Scotland’s leading institution.
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