Join the Resident Doctors Committee

Make a difference in anaesthetic training!

Are you passionate about improving anaesthetic training and advocating for your peers? Stand for election to the Resident Doctors Committee (formerly the Trainee Committee) and take an active role in shaping the future of anaesthesia in the UK and Ireland.

This is your chance to influence key issues affecting training, working conditions, and professional development while making a meaningful impact on the wider anaesthetic community.

Who can apply?

We have five seats available this year, and we’re committed to building a diverse committee that reflects our resident members. If you’re in Stage 1 training, we particularly encourage you to apply. To stand for election, you must:

Be a resident member of the Association
Be based in the UK or Ireland
Commit to a two-year term (up to a maximum of four years)

About the committee

The Resident Doctors Committee represents the interests of anaesthetic residents, working to enhance training and professional development. It consists of 14 elected members from across the UK and Ireland, and meets three times a year to discuss key issues. Committee members have the opportunity to represent the committee on other Association or external committees and join working groups, safety guideline development, and other initiatives. It works with the Education Committee and events team to plan the Resident Doctors Conference and contribute to resident anaesthetist specific elements of the Association educational programme. Find out more about the committee.

With several of our outstanding committee members reaching the end of their terms we are sad to bid farewell to Dr Claire-Marie Agius, Dr Emily Gibney, Dr Sarah Marsden, Dr Kathryn Singh and Dr Sethina Watson. We would strongly encourage you to stand for election this year, and welcome anyone getting in contact on [email protected] to find out what this amazing committee has to offer.

Time commitment

Meetings take place on Fridays, either as half-day (10:30-12:45 / 13:30-16:00) or full-day sessions (10:30-16:00). Before applying, we recommend discussing your candidacy with your Training Programme Director to ensure your work schedule allows you to attend.

We understand that training remains your priority, and if elected, we will support you in balancing committee work with your professional and personal commitments.

Why stand for election?

Joining the committee offers valuable benefits for both your career and the wider anaesthetic community:

Advocacy – Represent and support your peers in shaping the future of anaesthetic training
Networking – Build connections with fellow residents and industry leaders
Skills development – Gain leadership, communication, and project management experience
Educational impact – Contribute to key events, including the Resident Doctors Conference and webinars

As a committee member, you’ll also have the chance to attend high-profile events such as the Resident Doctors Conference.

How to apply

Step 1: Write your personal statement. Prepare a 250-word statement explaining why you want to join the committee and detail what you would like to achieve during your term. You will have the option to submit a headshot photograph to appear alongside your personal statement. Read the personal statements of the successful candidates in 2024.

Step 2: Gather support for your nomination. You will need support from two current resident members of the Association.

Step 3: Submit your nomination. Submit your nomination on the Civica platform. Remember to fully spell check your personal statement and follow the submission guidance.

Submit your nomination by 17:00 on Tuesday, 1 April 2025.

Elections

If more nominations are received than available seats, an election will be held. All nominees, Association Board members, and staff must adhere to the Election canvassing guidelines throughout the process.

Don’t miss the deadline, late submissions will not be accepted!

This is your chance to make a difference and shape the future of anaesthesia. Apply today!

Join the Resident Doctors Committee