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Research is no longer seen as an activity for a small number of specialists. There is increasing recognition that research and innovation should be embedded into routine clinical work.
Clinical academic careers in nursing, midwifery and allied health professions (NMAHPs) integrate clinical practice, research and education. They give you the opportunity to investigate questions that emerge in everyday care, generate evidence and bring that learning back into practice. In doing so, you enhance patient care and service delivery while developing your own expertise and professional growth.
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    Getting started as a clinical academic Health Care Professional

    Clinical academia allows registered and regulated Health Care Professionals (HCPs) to combine clinical work with research, teaching and leadership. There isn’t a single route, careers can be flexible and tailored to your interests.
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    Doctoral opportunities for NMAHPs

    A doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) is a key milestone for health professionals looking to progress as a clinical academic. Undertaking a PhD allows you to investigate clinical questions in depth, generate evidence that can influence practice and develop advanced research skills.
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    Postdoctoral opportunities

    After completing a PhD, the postdoctoral stage is when clinical academics can establish independence, develop leadership skills and translate research into practice.

Explore inspiring career stories from clinical academics

Learn about the career journeys of current clinical academics and the variety of roles they hold. Their stories highlight the many paths through clinical academia and the impact of this work.