Principal Investigator Development

Click on the titles below for further details of our resources to support the development of Principal Investigators.

In collaboration with ACCORD, we have developed a series of training videos outlining the roles and responsibilities of Principal Investigators (PI) of Clinical Research. The training has been adapted from original slides developed by the NRS Training Forum.

The videos are aimed at new Principal Investigators (PIs) working in clinical research in Lothian; however, they may also benefit current PIs who want to refresh their knowledge and/or members of clinical research teams who want a better understanding of the PI role.

The modules include:

  1. Introduction (5 mins)
  2. Study Set up at site (22 mins)
  3. Conduct of study at site (23 mins)
  4. Study closure at site (7 mins)

Please submit a request to access the videos via this MS Form: https://forms.office.com/e/gULH8rpECA


About

We are proud to support the NIHR Associate PI Scheme in NHS Lothian.

The Associate PI Scheme is a six month in-work training opportunity, providing practical experience for healthcare professionals starting their research career.

People who would not normally have the opportunity to take part in clinical research in their day-to-day role have the chance to experience what it means to work on and deliver an NIHR portfolio trial under the mentorship of an enthusiastic Local Principal Investigator (PI). A Principal Investigator is an individual responsible for the conduct of a research study at a site.

Associate Principal Investigators receive formal recognition of engagement in NIHR Portfolio research studies through the certification of Associate PI status, endorsed by the NIHR and Royal Colleges.

Further information about the scheme can be found on the NIHR website: https://www.nihr.ac.uk/health-and-care-professionals/training/associate-principal-investigator-scheme.htm.

Webinars

Associate Principal Investigator Scheme in NHS Lothian: Webinar 1

This webinar is aimed at Chief Investigators, Principal Investigators (PIs) and Research Teams to learn more about the NIHR Associate PI Scheme and how they can support it. The benefits of scheme, the processes involved and how to register a study on the scheme are discussed.

Associate Principal Investigator Scheme in NHS Lothian: Webinar 2

This webinar is aimed at those who are interested in applying to the NIHR Associate Principal Investigator Scheme in NHS Lothian. The webinar covers:

  • what the scheme involves
  • the benefits of the scheme
  • how to apply
  • experiences from a previous Associate PI in NHS Lothian.

About

The NIHR Principal Investigator Pipeline Programme (PIPP) in Scotland offers research delivery nurses and midwives the opportunity to develop as Principal Investigators on NIHR portfolio studies.  The programme is expected to take 12 to 18 months and consists of live virtual lessons, online learning and hands-on experience.

For more information about the programme and how to apply, please follow this link.

The programme is open to research nurses and midwives based in Scotland only.  Those based in England should apply through NIHR.

Cost

The programme is free-of-charge.

Dates

Cohort 1 of the programme will start in March 2025.  An online application form will be available when the programme opens for application on 01 October 2024.  

 


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