Opportunities for paediatricians to do research with the National Institute for Health Research

Research is an essential part of the healthcare system and of the NHS. It benefits present and future patients, drives continual improvement in cost-effectiveness for the NHS and provides challenging but rewarding work for healthcare professionals. Whether pursuing an academic career or recruiting patients from clinical service, all clinicians should have the opportunity to be involved in research. The National Institute for Health Research is provides support, training, infrastructure and funding for undertaking research. In this review we will look at the different opportunities available in association with the National Institute for Health Research and how clinicians can access them at different stages of their career.