Research Midwife - Obstetric Research Unit - Temp FT
Requisition ID: REQ654001
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until June 2027
Remuneration: $1,424.30 - $1.999.60 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: SWSLHD District Wide Service
Applications close: 27/04/2026
Contact: Jane Tooher - Research Midwife on 0416 196 762 | Jane.tooher@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated midwife with an interest in obstetric care and clinical research to join our South Western Sydney Obstetric Research Group. As part of our services for pregnant women, we are involved in several clinical implementation and research studies aimed at ensuring high-quality maternity care for women across the SWSLHD. This role is essential for collecting blood samples and swabs, ensuring the clinic can accommodate a higher volume of patients for research purposes. Recruitment to this position will support ongoing research activities and contribute to the continued growth of our biobank. This role offers an exciting opportunity to enhance your specialist skills, contribute to meaningful research, and be involved in multidisciplinary education.
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail and be confident navigating key hospital systems including eMR, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint. Additional midwifery skills—such as venepuncture, cannulation, or performing speculum examinations—are highly valued. This role stands out for its unique opportunity to work across the entire SWSLHD district within maternity services, requiring a P2 licence or above. Day‑to‑day, the position involves clear and professional communication across multiple platforms (email, Microsoft Teams, phone, and SMS), obtaining patient consent, and effectively coordinating project activities within the research team. The successful applicant will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively to support high‑quality research and service delivery.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, families, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.
- Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based midwifery care.
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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