Overview of role
The Intercollegiate Committee for Basic Surgical Examinations (ICBSE) invites applications for the role of Chair of the Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Committee, succeeding the current Chair whose term of office concludes on 30 April 2027.
The Internal Quality Assurance Committee plays a vital role in safeguarding the quality and integrity of the Membership of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons (MRCS) examinations. The Committee monitors and reviews all components of the MRCS examinations to ensure that the highest possible standards of assessment are maintained.
The Chair will provide leadership to the Committee, oversee its work programme and ensure that recommendations are made to address any identified deficiencies and support continuous improvement across the MRCS examination.
Role responsibilities
The Chair will:
- Lead and chair meetings of the Internal Quality Assurance Committee.
- Provide oversight of quality assurance activities relating to the MRCS examinations.
- Ensure the Committee effectively monitors all aspects of examination delivery, assessment performance and candidate outcomes.
- Oversee the identification of areas for improvement and the development of recommendations for action.
- Report Committee activities and recommendations to ICBSE.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a Member or Fellow of a Royal Medical College.
- Have significant experience of the MRCS examination process at this level.
- Demonstrate a broad understanding of postgraduate medical education and the principles of quality assurance.
- Have strong leadership and communication skills.
Appointment process
Appointment to the role will be made following a formal interview process.
Interviews will be conducted remotely via videoconference.
Term of office
From 1 May 2027.