Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (OH BRC) is excited to announce an academic opportunity for Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals (NMAHPs) connected with organisations in the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) Integrated Care Board (ICB). This initiative is designed to support NMAHPs in preparing applications for doctoral support through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).
The NIHR pre-application support fund is now open for Expressions of Interest until 11 June 2025.
Successful applicants will receive ‘backfill support’ from 1 September 2025 until 31 March 2026, allowing them to dedicate two days per week to the preparation and submission of their NIHR Doctoral Clinical Academic Fellowship (DCAF) proposal.
The support programme includes mentorship and comprehensive guidance through all elements of the application process. Projects should align with the Themes of OH BRC, ensuring that they contribute to the ongoing research and development efforts at OH BRC.
For those interested, the Expression of Interest Form can be obtained by emailing Pamela Reid [email protected].
For further details, please reach out to Marion Waite: [email protected]
This is a unique opportunity for NMAHPs to advance their academic careers and contribute to impactful research. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain valuable support and mentorship in your doctoral journey.
