The aim of the ACPGBI/Dukes’ regional trainee representatives is to develop a national network of trainees who will represent regional colorectal trainee views.

The ACPGBI/Dukes’ regional trainee representative will work alongside the ACPGBI chapter representative to help promote and deliver regional and national ACPGBI and Dukes’ Club activities.

Download further information regarding role and responsibilities.

Criteria

Candidates for Regional Trainee Representative Roles must fulfil the following criteria:

• ST3 and above
• Must hold a national training number
• Must be a Dukes’ Club / ACPGBI Associate Member
• Preference will be given to those NOT already on The Dukes’ Club Committee

How to apply

Mandatory documents:

• Two A4 page Curriculum Vitae, including ACPGBI Membership number
• 300-word statement on why you feel you should fulfil the role

Please send applications to president@thedukesclub.org.uk

Review process

All applications will be reviewed centrally by the ACPGBI council and the Dukes’ Club committee, and a closed vote held within the 2 committees. Trainees will be marked on their past track record of commitment to the specialty of colorectal surgery, and evidence of support for the ACPGBI and Training activities. Reviewers will refrain from scoring nominations based on conflict of interest.

Closing date for applications: 15 August 2019

Applications for all positions are made by covering letter addressed to the Honorary Secretary accompanied by an abridged CV (maximum one side A4) to admin@acpgbi.org.uk before the closing date.