Research Site Initiative (RSI) Scheme
What Is The NIHR CRN East Midlands Research Site Initiative (RSI) Scheme?
What Is The NIHR CRN East Midlands Research Site Initiative (RSI) Scheme?
The NIHR Research Site Initiative (RSI) scheme was implemented in 2008 with the overarching aim of supporting clinical research delivery within GP practices by providing varying levels of funding, allied with a delivery support package.
The NIHR Research Site Initiative (RSI) scheme was implemented in 2008 with the overarching aim of supporting clinical research delivery within GP practices by providing varying levels of funding, allied with a delivery support package.
The scheme offers a great opportunity for GP practices that are passionate about contributing towards improved patient care pathways, treatments and processes within the NHS to become research active to drive forward these advancements and offer increased opportunities to both their patients and staff.
The scheme offers a great opportunity for GP practices that are passionate about contributing towards improved patient care pathways, treatments and processes within the NHS to become research active to drive forward these advancements and offer increased opportunities to both their patients and staff.
The RSI Scheme Accommodates & Supports Primary Care Sites With Varying Levels Of Research Delivery Experience
The RSI Scheme Accommodates & Supports Primary Care Sites With Varying Levels Of Research Delivery Experience
The RSI scheme accommodates and supports both sites who are completely new to research all the way through to sites who have established research delivery departments and teams. This is done via a 'Level' system, with appropriate resource, support, funding and Key Performance Indicators allocated to each level. Each site on the scheme is also allocated a member of the CRN EM Primary Care Research Team who will support your site throughout the year offering expert knowledge, guidance and resources to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality research at your site.
The RSI scheme accommodates and supports both sites who are completely new to research all the way through to sites who have established research delivery departments and teams. This is done via a 'Level' system, with appropriate resource, support, funding and Key Performance Indicators allocated to each level. Each site on the scheme is also allocated a member of the CRN EM Primary Care Research Team who will support your site throughout the year offering expert knowledge, guidance and resources to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality research at your site.
The scheme continues to develop and change each year in accordance with the changing Primary Care landscape. This year the scheme will continue with 4 different levels.
The scheme continues to develop and change each year in accordance with the changing Primary Care landscape. This year the scheme will continue with 4 different levels.
Collaborative Working & Documenting Of Research Activity
Collaborative Working & Documenting Of Research Activity
The CRN East Midlands Research Activity App has been developed to provide Research Active Practices in the East Midlands with a streamlined and comprehensive process to record all clinical research related activity at your sites to support you with study delivery, RSI Performance, Management and Training of Research Staff and the Claiming of Service Support Costs.
Applying For The RSI Scheme
Applying For The RSI Scheme
The scheme runs from April to March in accordance with the financial year. Applications to be part of the scheme open every January via an online process on this website- to find out more about joining the RSI Scheme contact your local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team.
The scheme runs from April to March in accordance with the financial year. Applications to be part of the scheme open every January via an online process on this website- to find out more about joining the RSI Scheme contact your local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team.
Which RSI Level Should My GP Practice Apply For?
Which RSI Level Should My GP Practice Apply For?
There are 4 Levels within the RSI Scheme, each Level is associated with a defined amount of funding which is proportionate to the amount of research activity to be completed by the site. Activity required is outlined in the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) associated with each Level. The full list of KPIs can be found on each of the Levels application page.
There are 4 Levels within the RSI Scheme, each Level is associated with a defined amount of funding which is proportionate to the amount of research activity to be completed by the site. Activity required is outlined in the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) associated with each Level. The full list of KPIs can be found on each of the Levels application page.
Below is the activity highlights for each Level:
Below is the activity highlights for each Level:
Level 1 RSI Site Highlights
Level 1 RSI Site Highlights
Aimed At Sites New Or Recently New To Clinical Research Delivery. Click Here For More Information In Regards To Getting Started In Research.
Aimed At Sites New Or Recently New To Clinical Research Delivery. Click Here For More Information In Regards To Getting Started In Research.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training . Practices are expected to complete at least 3 New NIHR Studies within the financial year (1 Recruiting & 2 PIC- Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance and support should be maintained.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training . Practices are expected to complete at least 3 New NIHR Studies within the financial year (1 Recruiting & 2 PIC- Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance and support should be maintained.
Sites are funded £3,000 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
Sites are funded £3,000 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
View the Full Level 1 RSI Agreement
Level 2 RSI Site Highlights
Level 2 RSI Site Highlights
Aimed At Sites Who Have Successfully Delivered Clinical Research As A Level 1 RSI Site & Have Demonstrated Their Ability To Progress To Being A Level 2 Site. All Staff Involved In The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Appropriately Trained and Processes & Procedures For The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Established.
Aimed At Sites Who Have Successfully Delivered Clinical Research As A Level 1 RSI Site & Have Demonstrated Their Ability To Progress To Being A Level 2 Site. All Staff Involved In The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Appropriately Trained and Processes & Procedures For The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Established.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training. Practices are expected to complete at least 5 New NIHR Studies within the financial year ( 2 Recruiting & 3 PIC - Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance and support should be maintained.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training. Practices are expected to complete at least 5 New NIHR Studies within the financial year ( 2 Recruiting & 3 PIC - Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance and support should be maintained.
Sites are funded £6,000 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
Sites are funded £6,000 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
View the Full Level 2 RSI Agreement
Level 3 RSI Site Highlights
Level 3 RSI Site Highlights
Aimed At Sites Who Have Successfully Delivered Clinical Research As A Level 2 RSI Site & Have Demonstrated Their Ability To Progress To Being A Level 3 Site. All Staff Involved In The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Appropriately Trained and Processes & Procedures For The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Established & Working Effectively. The Site Should Demonstrate They Have Developed The Infrastructure Required To Deliver Research At This Level.
Aimed At Sites Who Have Successfully Delivered Clinical Research As A Level 2 RSI Site & Have Demonstrated Their Ability To Progress To Being A Level 3 Site. All Staff Involved In The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Appropriately Trained and Processes & Procedures For The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Established & Working Effectively. The Site Should Demonstrate They Have Developed The Infrastructure Required To Deliver Research At This Level.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training . Practices are expected to complete at least 8 New NIHR Studies within the financial year (3 Recruiting & 5 PICS - Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance should be maintained. Level 3 sites are also expected to engage and support the growth of clinical research within their locality. The sites should attend and present at research events, act as a 'mentor' to other research sites, and take part in Commercial/ Industry Funded Research Studies. Level 3 sites are expected to be within the Top 50 Recruiting Sites in the East Midlands.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training . Practices are expected to complete at least 8 New NIHR Studies within the financial year (3 Recruiting & 5 PICS - Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance should be maintained. Level 3 sites are also expected to engage and support the growth of clinical research within their locality. The sites should attend and present at research events, act as a 'mentor' to other research sites, and take part in Commercial/ Industry Funded Research Studies. Level 3 sites are expected to be within the Top 50 Recruiting Sites in the East Midlands.
Sites are funded up to a maximum of £12,500 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
Sites are funded up to a maximum of £12,500 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
View the Full Level 3 RSI Agreement
Level 4 RSI Site Highlights
Level 4 RSI Site Highlights
Aimed At Sites Who Have Successfully Delivered Clinical Research As A Level 3 RSI Site & Have Demonstrated Their Ability To Progress To Being A Level 3 Site. All Staff Involved In The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Appropriately Trained and Processes & Procedures For The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Established & Working Effectively. The Site Should Demonstrate They Have Developed The Infrastructure Required To Deliver Research At This Level.
Aimed At Sites Who Have Successfully Delivered Clinical Research As A Level 3 RSI Site & Have Demonstrated Their Ability To Progress To Being A Level 3 Site. All Staff Involved In The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Appropriately Trained and Processes & Procedures For The Delivery Of Clinical Research Should Be Established & Working Effectively. The Site Should Demonstrate They Have Developed The Infrastructure Required To Deliver Research At This Level.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training . Practices are expected to complete at least 12 New NIHR Studies within the financial year (6 Recruiting & 6 PICS - Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance should be maintained. Level 3 sites are also expected to engage and support the growth of clinical research within their locality. The sites should attend and present at research events, act as a 'mentor' to other research sites, and take part in Commercial/ Industry Funded Research Studies. There is also the expectation that these sites will take part in pre-piloting and feasibility work in addition to any CRN Primary Care Projects. A research recruitment target of 1% (aspirational 1.5%) of their practice population will also be set.
The Practice should ensure a Research Lead is based at the site where Research is planned to be delivered. All staff involved in the delivery of Research at the site are required to complete GCP Training and where appropriate Clinical Consent Training . Practices are expected to complete at least 12 New NIHR Studies within the financial year (6 Recruiting & 6 PICS - Opened at the practice after April 1st 2024). In addition, regular contact with the sites Local CRN EM Primary Care Research Team in regards to performance should be maintained. Level 3 sites are also expected to engage and support the growth of clinical research within their locality. The sites should attend and present at research events, act as a 'mentor' to other research sites, and take part in Commercial/ Industry Funded Research Studies. There is also the expectation that these sites will take part in pre-piloting and feasibility work in addition to any CRN Primary Care Projects. A research recruitment target of 1% (aspirational 1.5%) of their practice population will also be set.
Sites are funded up to a maximum of £25,000 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
Sites are funded up to a maximum of £25,000 in addition to study specific funding; research, service support and excess treatment costs, to assist with completion of the defined KPIs.
View the Full Level 4 RSI Agreement