A mixed methods evaluation of a facilitated research career pathway for nurses, midwives, allied health professionals and healthcare scientists working in the NHS

This NHS Trust-supported high-quality facilitated research career pathway has lasting effects, increasing research knowledge and skills, informing and changing participants' clinical practice, building confidence, increasing research-related activities undertaken and career progression. The programme's range of opportunities across the whole pathway, the strong collaborative partnership between the NHS Trust and partner Higher Education Institute (HEI) and visible support for research are important contributors to the programme's impact. However, challenges to pursuing a clinical academic career for NMAHP+s persist and require further attention.