NIHR Professional committee positions

Do you have a passion for research and a desire to influence how critical healthcare studies are funded? The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is inviting enthusiastic individuals to become members of its decision-making committees. This is an opportunity to directly contribute to shaping future research priorities and ensuring vital resources are allocated effectively to impactful studies.

NIHR has a variety of roles available across multiple research programmes, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and areas of expertise. Whether candidates are experienced researchers, healthcare professionals, patient advocates, or individuals passionate about improving healthcare outcomes, their insights can help drive forward meaningful change in health research.

Joining an NIHR committee offers individuals the chance to collaborate with leading experts, gain valuable experience in research funding processes, and make tangible impacts on health and care policy.

Interested candidates can find out more about these rewarding roles and how to apply by following the links below (UK Researchers, listed on 25th March 2025 – if all dates below have passed visit the the full page at https://www.nihr.ac.uk/get-involved/committees/professional/vacancies):

• NIHR Impact Advisory Board – closing date: 21st April
• Health Economists – closing date: 27th May
• Mental Health Clinicians – closing date: 27th May
• Healthcare and related professionals – closing date: 27th May
• Statisticians – closing date: 27th May
• Primary and Community based care specialists – closing date: 27th May
• Translational research specialists – closing date: 27th May
• Global Health research experts – closing date: 27th May
• Realist synthesis and/or Social Science approaches to health (Public Health Intervention) specialists – closing date: 27th May
• Early career researchers and representatives from various disciplines including social care, NHS commissioners, and UK local government – closing date: 27th May
• The Research Programme for Social Care (RPSC) Funding Committees – cloding date: 4th April
• NIHR Academy funding committee – closing date: 28th October