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Table 2 Summary Statistics for Organisational Level Statements (n = 501) listed by Median, then by percentage ‘Unsure’

From: The research interest, capacity and culture of NHS staff in South East Scotland and changes in attitude to research following the pandemic: a cross-sectional survey

Qu

The Organisation:

Unsure %

n

Median

IQR

9

promotes clinical practice based on evidence

27.6

365

8

6–9

18

supports the peer-reviewed publication of research

53.4

235

7

3–9

13

has identified experts accessible for research advice

52.8

239

7

4–9

6

ensures organisation planning is guided by evidence

39.3

306

7

5–8

10

encourages research activities relevant to practice

35.3

326

7

4–8

12

has mechanisms to monitor research quality

57.3

216

6

3.25–8

7

has consumers involved in research

52.7

239

6

3–8

16

engages external partners (e.g. universities) in research

49.7

254

6

4–9

3

has a plan or policy for research development

48.1

262

6

4–8

14

supports a multi-disciplinary approach to research

44.9

278

6

4–8

15

has regular forums/bulletins to present research findings

43.1

287

6

3–8

1

has adequate resources to support staff research training

41.1

297

6

4–8

4

has senior managers that support research

38.5

310

6

4–8

11

has software programs for analysing research data

61.7

194

5

2–8

8

accesses external funding for research

55.3

226

5

3–8

17

supports applications for research scholarships/ degrees

55.0

229

5

3–8

2

has funds, equipment or admin to support research activities

44.1

282

5

3–7

5

ensures staff career pathways are available in research

48.3

261

4

2–6