The SRL programme is funded to build research capacity and capability in health and care organisations. It is open to nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and pharmacy professions with the additional aim of increasing commercial research activity in their organisation.

Benefits of the programme include: 

  • Protected time to demonstrate your research leadership skills at local, regional and national levels 
  • Becoming a visible research ambassador in your organisation to mobilise and support others to get involved with research
  • Building an inclusive, equitable and sustainable research culture in your organisation
  • Joining a supportive community of senior research leaders to share learning and experiences
  • Accessing peer support and national networking opportunities 

Who: eligible nurses, midwives, AHPs, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in England.

What: funding to take part in a 3-year SRL Programme with protected research leadership time.

When: annual opportunity. Applications are currently open until 1pm on Wednesday, 7th October.

Check eligibility: Senior Research Leader (SRL) eligibility | NIHR

Find out more about the SRL Programme and application process on Thursday 10 September at 10am: Register for webinar