Research & Innovation - NHS ULHT

13/03/2026

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Research and Innovation department! This is a Band 4 role working as an Assistant Research Practitioner based in the Haematology-Oncology team. Please see link below for more details, we look forward to meeting the successful candidate.

We recognise that outstanding care can only be delivered through our people. We want to attract people who can help us deliver our vision. We want in return to help people achieve what they wish in their careers in the NHS at ULTH.

13/03/2026

Dear colleagues,

We are excited to announce the launch of the NIHR Developing Research Leader (DRL) Programme for Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs). This is a unique opportunity for Nurses, Midwives and AHPs to develop their research leadership skills and embed a positive research culture within their organisations. Please can we ask you to share this information with your colleagues and across your networks.

NIHR DEVELOPING RESEARCH LEADER PROGRAMME APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Are you a Nurse, Midwife or AHP committed to leading and supporting others to embed research in health and care practice?
Do you have a good understanding of research?
Do you aspire to develop your research leadership skills and promote an inclusive research culture?

If so, the NIHR Developing Research Leader (DRL) Programme for Nurses, Midwives and AHPs could be an excellent fit for you. The programme offers you the opportunity to lead research capacity and capability initiatives in your organisation. You will use your knowledge, skills and personal experiences to motivate and enable others to get involved in research activities that help improve health and care outcomes. As a DRL, you will receive guidance and practical support as you pioneer research leadership activities.

This opportunity is open to all Nurses, Midwives and AHPs who meet the DRL eligibility criteria, regardless of current band/grade or salary, and can demonstrate a passion for embedding research in health and care settings.
Visit our website (https://www.nihr.ac.uk/career-development/research-leaders-courses-and-support/drl-programme ) to learn more about the programme and stay informed about the application process.
Please also come along to our upcoming information webinar! To book your place simply fill out this form and you will receive a calendar invite to join a webinar: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/developing-research-leaders-webinar-sign-form?token=c6094abf4816e12c126de71b…
Managers who wish to support team members in applying are also welcome.
For any questions, please contact drl@nihr.ac.uk

Kind regards
The DRL Team

Register for the Developing Research Leaders Programme webinar on 12 March 2026.

12/03/2026

We are searching for a Research Midwife to join our Family Health Research team, please see the link for details or get in touch if you have any questions.

We recognise that outstanding care can only be delivered through our people. We want to attract people who can help us deliver our vision. We want in return to help people achieve what they wish in their careers in the NHS at ULTH.

10/03/2026

We are pleased to confirm that applications are now open for the 2026 cohort of interns for the East Midlands NIHR Health & Care Internship Programme.

You can access the application form on our website here: NIHR Health and Care Professional Internship Programme | NUH - https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nuh.nhs.uk%2Fnihr-health-and-care-professional-internship-programme&data=05%7C02%7Culth.research-and-innovation-socialmedia%40nhs.net%7C3f021268e51540acee1108de7df8a9d6%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639086704105038198%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=993dIPtzEVE3S0vcrbgFHl8v14%2FdYFycbV%2F8M9ReXJ4%3D&reserved=0

You can find more information about the programme on our website. A recording alongside the presentation slides of our Online Launch Event held on 4th March 2026, covering full details regarding the programme, will also be available for you to access on our website soon.

Applications will close on 26th June 2026 at 5pm.

Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind Regards,
The East Midlands NIHR Health & Care Professional Internship Programme Team
Email: nuhnt.eminternship@nhs.net
Website: NIHR Health and Care Professional Internship Programme | NUH

NIHR Health and Care Professional Internship Programme Applications for the 2026 cohort of Interns is now open Apply here On 4th March we held a launch event which can be viewed here: Watch launch event

09/03/2026

NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board have recently launched the Research and Innovation Lincs mailing list, providing a great way for health and care colleagues to keep up to date with all things research and innovation. All registrants are eligible to receive a free pin badge.

Register here - https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fe%2FLvxhhzDfys&data=05%7C02%7Culth.research-and-innovation-socialmedia%40nhs.net%7Cf50ade02db944703435a08de7836d6a8%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639080374076620374%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FExHRNlrSaDMCQP8s%2FT8pyL7NPEEQEE3Kv4TKwHQ3BA%3D&reserved=0

You may have previously registered for the County Council Research Lincs mailing list or via an ICB research list, but this is a new combined mailing list with coordinated information and support from across the Integrated Care System and including academic colleagues.
Jo Blackwell PhD, MPH, BSc(Hons)
Research Grant Development Officer
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board
Visiting Fellow at the University of Lincoln
Email: joanna.blackwell@nhs.net

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09/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr Stokes and her colleagues down in Oncology as well as Olesya and her colleagues in the Cancer Research Delivery Team on being in the top 10 recruiters in the TRACC trial. Ensuring that ULHT are making a difference in individualised care for our colorectal cancer patients.

09/03/2026

Random request - has a patient handed you a ‘research mobile phone’?
Some time ago a patient’s partner handed in a study-provided mobile telephone when attending their appointment (likely early 2025) at a department for their appointment, and it hasn’t made its way to us.
Could it be lurking in a drawer in a department near you?!
If so, drop us a comment and we’ll pop and fetch it! 🙂
Many thanks indeed!

23/02/2026

The (wonderfully research active) Stroke Unit team are arranging a charity ball. Go ahead and book your early-bird tickets to be a part of the fantastic event as they are fundraising for the Unit.
https://buytickets.at/strokecharityball2026/2027928

19/02/2026

📢 Health & Care Professionals in UK Rehabilitation - We Need Your Insight!

If you work in any rehabilitation setting across the UK, your voice is essential.
The NIHR HealthTech Research Centre in Rehabilitation is exploring the current education and training needs around rehabilitation technologies. As these tools evolve rapidly, understanding what professionals need is key to shaping future support, resources, and training.

🕒 The survey takes just a few minutes
🎯 Your input will directly influence future provision
📣 This is your chance to help drive meaningful change in rehab practice

👉 Have your say and access the survey here:
https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/nottingham/education-and-training-needs-rehab-tech
Feel free to share with colleagues who may also want to contribute.

12/02/2026

We’ve been asked to share this ethically approved (IRAS 356793) survey for Resident Doctors.
Please do take part!
Many thanks.

11/02/2026

We are pleased to share with you the details for the Launch Date for the EM NIHR Health & Care Internship Programme 2026-7.

The East Midlands NIHR Health and Care Professional Internship (EM.HCI) is open to health and care professionals at various career stages, excluding doctors and dentists who work in NHS healthcare, social care and public health settings in the East Midlands.

EM.HCI includes mentorship, a bespoke development plan with individually tailored programmes of research opportunities, projects and workshops. The internship includes a salary backfill of £10,000 during a six to twelve month programme.

• Find out ways to include research in everyday practice and foster active research cultures
• Expand your skills and knowledge in research delivery leadership
• Learn about clinical academic careers

The Launch Event Webinar is taking place on 4th March 2026 at 1pm-3pm - Join here: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/36754303925225?p=gWp6Ajc1UEMrakZkYB or see the attached flyer for the link.

The webinar will be recorded and available for viewing following the event on our website here:

The online application process will be launched on the day.

Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Kind Regards,
The East Midlands NIHR Health & Care Professional Internship Programme Team
Email: nuhnt.eminternship@nhs.net
Website: NIHR Health and Care Professional Internship Programme | NUH

29/01/2026

Our Pleural ACP team are delivering the RASPER trial within LCH – this is a RAndomised trial of Suction for primary Pneumothorax Early Resolution. We opened as a site in July and have a total of 6 patients enrolled. Due to recruiting into the run up to Christmas we were entered into a prize draw with the trial centre and we won! We received a fab hamper, which the team will be enjoying, I’m sure! Thanks to the RASPER team, and thanks to our clinical pleural ACP for leading this great study, and giving our patients the opportunity to be involved.