Apply for the role of Chair to the management of fractured neck of femur guideline development group within the NCC-AC
The National Collaborating Centre for Acute Care (NCC-AC) is hosted by the Royal College of Surgeons of England. The NCC-AC has been commissioned by NICE to develop an evidence-based clinical guideline on the management of fractured neck of femur and is currently looking to recruit a chair for the Guideline Development Group (GDG).
Chairs for the Guideline Development Group are drawn from the NHS, healthcare professionals, patients and carers and academia. They do not represent their organisations but are selected for their expertise, experience of working with multidisciplinary and lay colleagues and understanding of evidence based healthcare.
All members of the Guideline Development Group have equal status, which reflects the relevance and importance of their different expertise and experience. They include health professionals and researchers as well as patient and carer members. All Group members need to attend regular meetings and undertake background reading.
Skills and experience
We are looking for an individual with a specialist or particular interest in the management of fractured neck of femur who is a skilled and experienced leader.Applicants will have experience of working with multi-professional committees or working groups at a national or regional level. Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written skills are required, along with an ability to communicate complex issues to differing audiences. Applicants will have experience of guideline development processes, with an understanding of systematic reviews, critical appraisal methods and the role of health economics. Once appointed, the Chair will work closely with the NCC-AC technical team responsible for reviewing and presenting the evidence to the Guideline Development Group.
Time commitment and conditions
The GDG chair, supported by the methodological team at the NCC-AC, will be expected to chair GDG meetings every 4-8 weeks for approximately 12-18 months with meetings for this guideline estimated to begin in June 2008. There will be some work required before this time to help recruit the other members of the GDG, finalise the guideline scope and agree the project plan.
Closing date for applications: 5pm Monday 5th January
How to apply
For further information about what the role involves please use the links below:
- Job description and person specification
- Information for applicants
- Recruitment pack (including forms and relevant policies and procedures)
If you have any questions or wish to discuss the role further, please contact
Dr. Jennifer Hill
Director
National Collaborating Centre for Acute Care
Royal College of Surgeons of England
35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields
London
WC2A 3PE
Tel: 020 7869 6634
Fax: 020 7869 6639
Decisions about who to recruit to the Guideline Development Group, will rest with the NCC-AC. Please note that submitting an application does not automatically guarantee a place on the Group.
The following forms should be completed and returned:
- A short CV
- A short statement outlining how you meet the requirements of the person specification – no more than one page
- Equalities monitoring form
- Declaration of Interests form
To receive hard copies of any form and to return the comlpeted forms (either in hard copy or in electronic format) please contact:
Kamsha R. Maharaj
PA to Director & Office Administrator
National Collaborating Centre for Acute Care
The Royal College of Surgeons of England
35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields
London, WC2A 3PE
Tel: 020 7869 6630
Fax: 020 7869 6639
E-mail: kmaharaj@rcseng.ac.uk
Interview date and location
Interviews will be held at the Royal College of Surgeons of England on Wednesday 14th of January.
More information
www.rcseng.ac.uk/surgical_research_units/nccac
NICE is committed to the values of equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
