Call for Kidney Advisory Group (KAG) Surgical Trainee Representative
Be the Change, Influence the Future!
The Herrick Society is reaching out to its dedicated members to seize an exceptional opportunity. We invite you to express your interest in becoming the next surgical trainee representative on the Kidney Advisory Group (KAG).
A Brief History
In 2021, a progressive step was taken when KAG decided to include trainee representation in its fold. Now, there's a place for both Nephrology and Kidney transplant surgical trainees to make their mark.
Why should you consider this role?
Voice and Influence: As a trainee representative, you become a voice for the future clinical workforce, directly influencing national policy decisions connected to kidney transplantation.
Strategic Insight: Gain firsthand strategic knowledge that you can cascade down to fellow trainees.
Leadership Path: It’s not just a position; it's an opportunity to identify yourself as a future clinical leader in kidney transplantation.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must be ST5+;
Should possess clinical and research expertise or interest in kidney transplantation;
Commitment to attend 3-4 KAG meetings annually. This includes one face-to-face meeting and 2-3 virtual sessions;
Current membership with the Herrick committee is not a prerequisite.
Application Process:
Each applicant will have to write a personal statement (maximum 250 words) detailing their eagerness to join KAG.
Attach an up-to-date CV.
Send both to this email address before the deadline on Friday, September 29th
For any queries or more information regarding this role, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via our “contact us” page.
Anticipating a wave of aspiring applicants, we eagerly await your response. Join us in steering the future!