Study Midwife

About the project The iTECH project — 'Stillbirth in High Burden Settings: Ample Room for Improvement Using Biomarkers and Ultrasound Technologies' — is implemented through Makerere University Hospital with funding from Wellcome Leap's In Utero Program. The project aims to develop novel clinical tools for use in diagnosing and managing high-risk pregnant women, and to reduce the burden of stillbirths in Uganda, sub-Saharan Africa and globally. Stillbirth remains a major public health challenge in high-burden settings, and the project's work on biomarkers and ultrasound technologies is designed to identify and manage risk earlier and more effectively in pregnancy.

About the role The iTECH project seeks to recruit a suitable candidate for the position of Study Midwife. The Study Midwife will work with the Project Manager and the team in Uganda to ensure the day-to-day implementation of the scientific and administrative activities of the project. Working within a multidisciplinary research team, the successful candidate will support the delivery of study activities at the project site and contribute to the smooth running of this maternal health research programme.

In this role, the Study Midwife can expect to be closely involved in the practical conduct of the study, working with pregnant women and their families, supporting clinical research activities, and helping to coordinate the various components of the project. The role combines hands-on midwifery with research responsibilities, requiring attention to detail, strong communication and the ability to work collaboratively with researchers, clinicians and study participants.

Why this role matters The Study Midwife is central to translating the project's scientific objectives into day-to-day reality at the study site. By supporting recruitment, participant care and study procedures, the midwife helps ensure that research is conducted safely, ethically and to the highest quality standards — and that findings can ultimately improve care for high-risk pregnant women in Uganda and beyond. The role offers a valuable opportunity for a registered midwife interested in clinical research, maternal and newborn health, and translating evidence into better care. It also provides a platform for professional growth, working alongside researchers, clinicians and international collaborators on a project with global significance.

Who should apply The role is best suited to a registered midwife with strong clinical skills, an interest in research, and the ability to work flexibly within a team. Candidates should be organised, detail-oriented and committed to the wellbeing of the pregnant women and families participating in the study. Full details of the required qualifications, experience and selection criteria are provided in the advert document.

How to apply To apply, download and follow the advert details and selection criteria before Tuesday 10 January 2024 at 5:00 PM. The advert provides the full job description, required qualifications and the specific application procedure, so candidates should read it carefully before submitting their applications. Only applications submitted in line with the advertised instructions and before the stated deadline will be considered.