Supporting researchers
Find out about the support available to researchers when setting up a clinical trial.
Researchers are able to access information about support available to them during the planning, set-up and delivery phase of a study.
An important part of this support is the provision of the Lead Network Service (PDF) which facilitates the researcher’s ‘journey’ when setting up non‐industry contract multi‐centre clinical research studies.
The Lead Network service provides help with the following;
- identifying the elements of support that should be provided by the Networks for a study (i.e. service support
- liaising, on behalf of the CI, with other relevant NIHR Clinical Research Networks to confirm that this support will be provided at each of the recruiting centres
- and keeping the CI informed of progress at the other NIHR Clinical Research Networks.
This all works to ensure sites are set up in a timely manner and that any problems throughout the duration of the study are resolved.
More information
Staff Development Portfolio
Orientation Guide for staff
What can the Essex and Hertfordshire CLRN offer to Researchers?
Who do I contact to gain support and advice for NHS research in Essex and Hertfordshire?
Who do I contact to find out about HR Good Research Practice (i.e. Research Passports, Honorary Research Contracts and Letters of Access)?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in relation to Research Management and Governance
- Essex and Hertfordshire CLRN FAQs (464kb)
- Study Delivery Champions (18kb)
Successful delivery of the NIHR CRN Portfolio research depends on many factors and local circumstances and will each present different challenges. If you need help or have any questions, queries or concerns please do not hesitate in contacting one of the CLRN study delivery champions listed on the linked list. They are full of local knowledge and can help you ensure that all studies you are involved in are doing well in recruiting to Time and Target
