Research careers in health & social care
Add research to your career - Help us change lives
Research plays an important role in the development of health and care services in the UK, and globally.
We are passionate about the contribution that research can make, and work collaboratively with our partners to deliver health and care research studies across the Wessex region, which covers Dorset, Hampshire, South Wiltshire and the Isle of Wight.
View our current vacancies to discover the range of exciting opportunities available.
Why research?
If you want to leave work knowing that you’ve made a difference, you’re in the right place. Research changes lives. Find out how our research is making a difference by hearing from Wessex participants.
Evidence shows that research-active hospitals have better patient care outcomes and many health and care professionals say that they find the experience of being involved in research both positive and rewarding.
A career in research means that you will have an active role in ensuring we have the most up-to-date care and treatments available for patients and the public both now, and in the future.
Find out more about a career in health and social care research delivery.
Discover how to grow your career in public health and social care research.
Hear from staff working in research across the Wessex region.
Questions? Contact the team
If you’d like to find out more about a career in research, please get in touch with us using the details below. Our local Education and Training Manager will be able to talk you through the next steps and our latest opportunities to get involved locally.
Kirsty Rogers, Education and Training Manager
Telephone: 01489 771118
Email: kirsty.rogers@nihr.ac.uk
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