21 July 2020

There are a number of opportunities to help shape the work of the College.

Terms of office are ending in November for all 3 Vice Presidents, the Chair of Scotland Regional Council and 8 elected roles on College Council.

Professor Jo Martin, President of the College said: 

'These roles offer an excellent opportunity for you to shape the work of your College. We would particularly welcome nominations from eligible Fellows from across our specialties and from all backgrounds since representation at senior levels in the College does not reflect the wealth of diversity of our members. Do consider standing!'

A number of roles will become vacant this November

College Vice-Presidents

The role of the Vice Presidents is to support the President and the College in all aspects of its work. Members of the College’s Trustee Board, each Vice President will be tasked with the responsibility for one of the three areas of Learning, Professionalism or Communications. More information at Vice President nominations.

Committee chair roles

Chairing a College or intercollegiate committee is an excellent way to raise the profile of your specialty as well helping to shape College activities and policy. 

A number of chair roles have become available:  

  • Immunology Specialty Advisory Committee
  • Cytopathology sub-committee
  • Joint Medical Microbiology and Medical Virology Specialty Advisory Committee
  • Pathology Informatics Committee
  • Research Committee
  • Toxicology Specialty Advisory Committee
  • Transfusion Medicine Specialty Advisory Committee.

You can find out more about the roles on our Get involved in at the College pages.  

The Scotland Regional Council Chair

The role of the regional council chairs is to provide professional leadership in their regions and contribute nationally to the maintenance and development of pathology services and the quality of care that patients receive. 

The College’s regional council chairs are Trustees of the College. See Scotland Regional Council Chair.

Why should you apply?

The College is committed to setting and maintaining professional standards and promoting excellence in the teaching and practice of pathology, for the benefit of patients. By holding office in the College, you will contribute to this important work by providing professional leadership and contribute at a national level to the maintenance and development of pathology services and the quality of patient care.