Public representative, CR Academic Committee

The public representative must demonstrate an interest in academic medical research and the promotion of research. They will not be expected to comment on specialty specific matters, but will be required to review the patient involvement section in research grant applications as appropriate.

More information can be found in the candidate pack.

Contributors at the RCR play an essential role in supporting the College’s strategic initiatives and shaping the direction of the College. Although our Contributor positions are undertaken on a voluntary basis, each role has optimal impact when Contributors dedicate sufficient time to fulfilling the responsibilities entrusted to them.

The public representative will serve for a term of three years and may serve for one further term of up to three years by mutual agreement of the Chair, the Vice President and the member.

The main responsibility of Academic Committee members is to attend the three meetings of the Committee each year, to read papers in advance and to contribute to discussions on academic matters. The public representative will be required to review and comment on PPI in our grant applications.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please email a short CV and a brief cover statement outlining your experience/interest in academic medical research and promoting research. Please submit your application to the Governance Assistant.

Applications will be reviewed by the Vice-President and another CR Officer at the RCR.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 7 August 2026 17:00.