To replace three members of the Consortium who will retire over the next year, SMC would like to appoint new Public Partners. Appointments will be made on a phased basis, with the first appointee joining in December 2007.
Completed application forms should be returned no later than Friday 26 October 2007.
As a Public Partner, you will have an active role in promoting and developing public awareness of SMC through its Patient and Public Involvement Group. In addition, you will present information from patient interest groups at the monthly meetings of SMC and have the opportunity to contribute an objective lay perspective for each new medicine that SMC assesses and advises on.
Further information on the skills and knowledge required to undertake this role are available in the application pack, details below.
About the Scottish Medicines Consortium
The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) provides advice to NHSScotland on the introduction and use of new medicines and wishes to ensure that the voice of patients, carers and public counts in this process.
Remuneration
The position is not remunerated but you will receive reimbursement for all reasonable travel and dependant carer expenses incurred whilst undertaking SMC duties.
Time commitment
Approximately 2-3 days per month, to include travel time and attendance at SMC meetings, preparatory reading prior to meetings, ad hoc meetings and tasks relating to the development of public involvement, etc.
Location and timing of meetings
SMC meets on the first Tuesday of every month, in central Glasgow, with meetings running from 12:30 – 4:00pm approximately.
Appointment details
The appointment will be for up to three years, with the possibility of re-appointment subject to evidence of effective performance and to satisfying the requirements of the person specification for the role at the time of re-appointment.
Training and development
Appointees will receive an initial training package and ongoing development in the role through shadowing other members of SMC and ad hoc training events.
Interview arrangements
Interviews are expected to take place in November and will be held in central Glasgow.
The Scottish Medicines Consortium is committed to equality of opportunity and encouraging a diverse range of applicants.
For an application pack please phone 0800 389 3432 (Freephone) or email karen.kelly2@nhs.net quoting reference number SMC/PR2.
Please let us know if you would like an application pack in a particular format such as large print, Braille, audiotape, or other language.
All applicants must complete and submit the application form contained in the pack to be considered for appointment. Please note that application forms sent electronically will be in Word format and, if returned electronically, will only be accepted in that format.
Completed application forms should be returned no later than Friday 26 October 2007.