Health and Care Professionals
Embedding research
Many health and care professionals say that they find being involved in research positive and rewarding. Embedding a positive research culture in your organisation is important, because evidence shows that research active hospitals have better outcomes for their patients.
Health and care professionals can undertake a range of roles in research and have a pivotal role in promoting participation in research to patients and the public. Feedback from research participants shows that they value the opportunity to take part in research as part of their care.
Building your path in research
Across Wessex, we offer a variety of opportunities for health and care professionals to get involved in research. These include:
- Designing and leading a research study
- Being a co-applicant or principal investigator of a study
- Advising sponsors or sites about the feasibility of their research
- Supporting study delivery and recruitment
- Keeping up to date with the latest evidence from projects supported or funded by the NIHR
- Encouraging patients or service users to get involved in research
Whether you’re looking to take your first or next step in research, discover the different ways that you can get involved in research as part of your role.
Developing your skills
Our bespoke resources and learning tools have been developed to support health and care professionals and the research delivery workforce. Visit our training page to discover our local offer.