“…Whilst the benefits of innovative boundary spanning schemes are recognised (Hadley‐Barrows et al, 2017; Simkins et al, 2020; Stevenson et al., 2017), the challenges associated with infrastructure support, as identified in case study 2, may mean these roles are less ‘visible’ to undergraduates and postgraduates alike. For those who do seek cross boundary working, this is often personally driven, with individuals ‘building’ such roles, yet the resources and energy required to attempt this (especially in early career stages) are often prohibitive.…”