Career Development
We have a dynamic research capacity and development programme to train future research leaders in primary care research.
Funded by the NIHR, our programme complements the training opportunities provided by the NIHR Academy and other funding agencies such as the MRC and Wellcome.
Trainee handbook
A comprehensive how-to-guide for SPCR trainees, covering reporting, communicating your research, policies, PPI/E, training and skills development, and more.
NIHR Academy Events and Webinars
The NIHR Academy holds a variety of events every year. Details of these events are listed on the events pages of the NIHR website and you can watch past events on their YouTube channel.
Upcoming events
Drugs & Mental Health: Long-term antidepressants
Tuesday, 04 October 2022, 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Opportunities for undergraduates
NIHR Academy
The NIHR Academy manages NIHR training programmes
Mentoring
We work alongside the SAPC to provide additional capacity for SPCR trainees.
Funding
An interactive map of NIHR funding schemes available to biomedical researchers.
Links and resources
Access training, written guides, networking opportunities and career development advice.
Opportunities, a visual guide
As an integral part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research, the SPCR provides a wealth of career development opportunities for researchers and trainees, including placements, funding, leadership training, and prizes.
