NIHR Update: Now Open – Applications Open for NIHR Developing Research Leader Programme (DRL)
Date: 18 March 2026
Are you a nurse, midwife or allied health professional passionate about developing your research leadership and embedding research in health and care?
We’re pleased to announce that applications are now open for the NIHR DRL Programme.
The DRL Programme supports nurses, midwives and allied health professionals to grow as research leaders, champion research within their organisations, and help build a sustainable and inclusive research culture across health and care settings.
The 3-year programme provides protected time, structured development and mentorship, and access to a national network of peers – enabling participants to strengthen their leadership skills and increase research capacity in practice.
Applications close on 21 April 2026. Find out more and apply on the NIHR website.