Facilitators and challenges to implementing a researcher-in-residence model to build research capacity in adult social care

Key Points

• The research aims to explore the facilitators and challenges of implementing a researcher-in-residence (RiR) model to enhance research capacity in adult social care.
• Assessment of the RiR model with dual posts and protected time
• Evaluation of cultural alignment with social care practices
• Identification of contextual barriers like resource constraints and remote working
• Recommendations for role clarity and infrastructure funding
• A well-designed RiR model can effectively build research capacity in adult social care.
• Contextual barriers impede the effective embedding of research partnerships.
• Recommendations include innovative remote embedding strategies and sustained funding.