Get Involved in NHS Research
Pioneering research at BCHC is tackling the major healthcare challenges of the 21st Century. The patients we serve benefit from discovery and innovation but also play a vital role in making it happen.
At Research & Innovation (R&I) we help develop and support research and innovation across Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) to improve services and outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
Why research and innovation matter
Research helps us build evidence, test new approaches, and improve understanding so we can deliver the best possible care.
Innovation is how we apply new ideas, tools, or ways of working to solve real problems in practice.
Innovation is how we apply new ideas, tools, or ways of working to solve real problems in practice.
Together, research and innovation help us strengthen quality, safety, and effectiveness—supporting healthier communities through better care.
What we do at BCHC
Each year, BCHC delivers a wide range of research and innovation activity across different services and divisions. Our work includes:
- Service evaluations and improvement projects
- Interview and questionnaire studies
- Feasibility and pilot work
- Larger studies, including randomised controlled trials
This variety helps ensure our services remain responsive, efficient, and evidence-informed.
How can R&I help you?
If you have:
- a research idea
- an innovative solution to a challenge
- an interest in getting involved in research and innovation
…we would be pleased to support you.
We can help you develop your idea and build your skills through:
- Training and learning opportunities
- Mentorship and practical guidance
- Support to plan, deliver, and share your work
Research and innovation at BCHC is open to colleagues across all roles and pay bands. Getting involved can help you build transferable skills that support your career and improve patient care.
Get in touch
To contact the team, please complete our short enquiry form and a member of the R&I team will respond with advice and next steps:
Learn more
You may also find these pages helpful:
Our Charity
Charitable funds is a way of providing ‘extras’ not funded as part of core NHS services. These are the things that will bring a smile to patients, enhance their experience or improve their care with us, or it could be a piece of equipment, piece of research or a training course that will improve the care staff can provide.
Charitable funds help provide special extras beyond the core NHS services. These funds support items and initiatives that bring joy to patients, enhance their experience, or improve the care they receive. This could include vital equipment, ground breaking research, or training courses that empower our staff to deliver exceptional care.
Our Partners
We are always keen to hear from industrial or academic organisations who would to partner up with us on research and innovation projects. If your institution is interested in partnering with us, please contact R&I Team