Advisory group for a urology community ultrasound study
Help shape an NIHR-funded study on guided ultrasound in community urology clinics.
Link to organisation:
Full description:
We’re recruiting patient and public members for the advisory group of an NIHR-funded study exploring whether guided ultrasound can be delivered safely in community urology clinics. You’ll review patient-facing materials, questionnaires and the consent process, and plain-language summary of findings. No specialist knowledge needed, but experience with urology / prostate issues is preferred. The study runs 12 months; we expect an initial review in September and another around July.
Opportunity Deadline
1st December 2026
Payment:
£27.50 per hour, we estimate 2 hours in September and 2-4 in June 2027.
Expenses:
We offer £5 per meeting (online) to cover the cost of telephone calls, paper, printing ink, internet connection and other home sundries.
Organisation
Carrier Technologies Ltd
CarrierTech is a health technology company developing computed ultrasound (CUS) for community settings, with the aim of making hospital-grade imaging widely available. This study is funded by NIHR through the Invention for Innovation (i4i) FAST programme and is run in collaboration with independent NHS clinicians and researchers.
Details
Topic:
Primary care
Renal disorders
Location:
All of England
Involvement type:
Reviewing
What support is offered?
A plain-language briefing on the study will be provided before each meeting. All materials for review will be shared in advance in accessible formats. The research team will be available to answer questions throughout.
Can the work be done from home?
Yes
Suitable for a beginner?
Yes
