Immunology Professional Committee committee roles

Join the Immunology Professional Committee (IPC)

We’re inviting applications for voluntary roles on the IPC. This is a great opportunity to help shape the profession nationally, build your network, and contribute to education, training and standards.

If you’re interested, please complete the form below.

VACANCIES

1) Consultant Clinical Scientist Representative on RCPath & JRCPTB SACs

Purpose: Act as the IPC’s liaison with the RCPath and Joint Royal College of Physicians Training Board (JRCPTB) Specialist Advisory Committees for Clinical Immunology & Allergy.
Key duties (summary):

  • Attend RCPath/JRCPTB SAC meetings and IPC meetings.

  • Provide input, oversight and feedback to IPC on SAC decisions affecting examinations, training pathways and curricula (ACI & ACLI), especially their impact on Clinical Scientists in training.

  • Relay updates and implications to IPC; support alignment with IPC priorities.
    Term: Minimum 3 years.
    Eligibility: Consultant Clinical Scientist (Immunology).
    More details: 

    Consultant Clinical Scientist RCPath JRCPTB rep

     

2) Pre-Registration Trainee Representative

Purpose: Represent pre-HCPC registration trainees (STP and non-programme) and report on training experiences.
Key duties (summary):

  • Gather and coordinate trainee feedback; submit a concise report to IPC.

  • Highlight examples of good practice and areas for improvement to inform IPC engagement with external bodies.

  • Gain exposure to IPC operations and collect evidence relevant to training competencies.
    Eligibility: Pre-HCPC registration trainees in Immunology (STP or equivalent).

3) Ordinary Member

Purpose: Contribute to IPC activities and represent the wider Immunology community.
Key duties (summary):

  • Support committee projects and consultations as needed.

  • Bring perspectives from the Immunology Group, upholding the Association’s mission and values.

  • Applicants with interests in EDI and sustainability are especially encouraged.
    Eligibility: Open to members with an active interest in Immunology and IPC work.

What you’ll gain

  • Influence national developments in Immunology education, training and practice

  • Professional visibility and networking across the community and partner bodies

  • Leadership and governance experience to support your career progression

How to apply

Please fill out the application form below and indicate which role you’re applying for. You may attach a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest and relevant experience.

If you have questions, contact us at [email protected].

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.