Emerging Researcher Scheme

Purpose

This scheme is designed to support individuals who are looking to take their first steps in research and to facilitate further opportunities for health and social care research career development. 

Who is it for

The Emerging Researcher Scheme is open to early-stage individuals employed by either NHS or social care organisations who wish to consider progressing a career in health and social care research. 

Funding available  

Salary costs for up to 0.4 Whole Time Equivalent (WTE) days per week for two years along with reasonable research consumables (maximum £5,000).

When

This is an annual scheme with calls opening in September each year. The next call is scheduled for September 2024.