Table 9 A selected example of the consolidated framework
Research Methodology and Methods | |
|---|---|
A. Scientific concepts and application of research knowledge | Entry Level |
 Broad awareness of knowledge creation processes | Awareness |
 Awareness of basic theoretical concepts and methodologies in relation to applied research | Awareness |
 Able to differentiate between research, audit and service evaluation | Awareness |
 Applies technical language with applied research e.g. research participant compared to patient data compare to information statistical significance compared to clinical significance | Awareness |
 Selects appropriate research methods to answer research questions | Awareness |
 Critiques and selects appropriate outcome measures / tools in research projects | Awareness |
 Develops research questions by considering research area and ‘real-world’ affairs | Core |
 Application of theoretical concepts and methodologies in relation to clinical research | Intermediate |
 Awareness of relevant research methodological developments in field of interest | Intermediate |
 Uses multiple sources of evidence (including stakeholder and user involvement / co-production) in research development | Intermediate |
 Articulates own assumptions and constructs and sustains arguments in a clear, evidenced and concise manner | Intermediate |
 Work with stakeholders throughout the research process | Intermediate |
B. Analysis | Entry Level |
 Is aware of appropriate tools and systems in the search for evidence e.g. databases | Awareness |
 Information Technology (IT) literate  For example, use of Excel, word | Awareness |
 Understands how to interpret qualitative and quantitative research data | Awareness |
 Undertakes appropriate data analysis | Core |
 Uses appropriate tools to collect data and measure outcomes | Core |
C. Proposal development | Entry Level |
 Applies for funding grants and fellowships | Intermediate |
 Designs research studies using appropriate method for the research question | Intermediate |
 Writes research proposals that adhere to requirements of funding bodies, ethics and governance processes | Intermediate |
 Plans and leads detailed research programmes | Advanced |