Nominations Sought for Election to Dental Council

Published: 25 April 2024

The Faculty of Dental Surgery is seeking nominations for one vacancy arising on Dental Council from September 2024. Nominees must be Dental Fellows of The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, in good standing with the College. 

The Faculty of Dental Surgery delivers high quality assessment, education and CPD that adds value to the professional development and engagement of dental professionals worldwide. By promoting excellence in clinical engagement and dental training, the Faculty supports and develops the whole dental team in reaching its full potential. Joining the Dental Council of the Faculty of Dental Surgery is an excellent opportunity to influence and help shape the Faculty’s strategic direction.

Members of Dental Council will serve for an initial five-year term and the time commitment is estimated to be around 15 days per annum. Council meetings are held four times per year either online or in Edinburgh. The Dental Council consists of the Faculty’s Office Bearers (Dean, Vice-Dean, Secretary and Convener of Dental Examinations) as well as ten elected Fellows, one elected Member and a Trainees’ Representative.

The deadline for nominations is 09:00 on Friday 31 May 2024. For further information and nomination requirements, please see the application pack provided below or contact dental@rcsed.ac.uk.

Ballot papers for this election will be issued by email and the election conducted in accordance with Law 79 of the College Laws.

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