Nominations are closed for 2025

Below are our roles available for our 2025 elections

* For Executive positions on the Board (Officer posts), application is limited to Ordinary Members who have served as a member of Council, a member of a committee of the Society, or as an Officer of one of the Affiliated Societies.  

* BCS Committee membership posts are open to Ordinary and Affiliate Members of the Society. 

Honorary Secretary Elect

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3 years, followingyear in Elect. The role ensures effective governance and operations within the BCS such as implementing Board-approves and recruiting trustees, utilising the Constitution and Articles. The role also oversees Elections and membership strategy, manages relationships with Affiliated Societies and RCP Regional Advisors,  reviews FESC nominations, serves on all BCS committees and provides clinical input on internal matters

Vice President for Education Elect

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3 years, following 1 year in Elect. The role drives BCS’s vision for excellence in cardiology education, leading strategy development, international presence, and innovative delivery. They oversee the Education and Programme Committees, chair the BCS Academy, and support mentorship, fellowships, and leadership programmes. They also shape the BCS conference strategy and secure funding for educational initiatives.

 

BCS Council, Ex-Officio

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3 year post. The Council advises the Board on cardiovascular medicine in the UK and facilitates communication with Affiliated Societies. Elected members represent BCS members and contribute to committees and projects. Meetings are held three times a year, with 75% attendance required, primarily via Teams, with one annual in-person meeting.

BCS Council, Non-Surgical Centre Representative

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3 year post. Applicants must work in a non-surgical centre for a significant proportion of their time. The Council advises the Board on cardiovascular medicine in the UK and facilitates communication with Affiliated Societies. Elected members represent BCS members and contribute to committees and projects. Meetings are held three times a year, with 75% attendance required, primarily via Teams, with one annual in-person meeting.

Clinical Standards Committee, elected role

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3 year post. The Clinical Standards Committee advises the Board on national standards, regulatory matters, and NHS policy in cardiovascular healthcare. It promotes patient safety, high professional standards, and best clinical practices. The committee meets twice yearly, primarily virtually, with 75% attendance required, and conducts most work via email.

Digital & IT Committee, elected role x2

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3 year post. The DITC advises the BCS Executive and Board, overseeing digital and IT strategy, projects, and compliance. It ensures alignment with BCS goals, manages new IT initiatives, and supports decision-making. The committee meets quarterly, primarily via Teams, with 75% attendance required, and members actively contribute between meetings.

Environmental & Sustainability Committee, elected role x2

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3 year post. The Environment & Sustainability Committee advises the BCS Executive and Board, driving sustainability initiatives in cardiology. It collaborates across committees to embed sustainable principles in all activities. Meeting bi-annually via Teams, with 75% attendance required, members actively contribute between meetings. 

Professional & Society Values Committee, elected role x2

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3 year post. The Professional & Society Values Committee advises the BCS Executive and Board, focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in cardiology. It leads initiatives and ensures BCS values are integrated across activities. The committee meets bi-annually, with 75% attendance required

Finance Committee, elected role x2

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3 year post. The Finance Committee advises the BCS Executive and Board, overseeing financial sustainability, policies, and reporting. It monitors budgets, risks, investments, and asset protection, ensuring financial efficiency and compliance. The committee meets quarterly via Teams, with 75% attendance required. Members engage in sub-committees and other initiatives between meetings.

Programme Committee, elected role

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3 year post. The Programme Committee develops the BCS Annual Conference programme, ensuring high-quality educational content and networking opportunities. Members contribute to content development and may lead sections of the programme. The committee meets 8-9 times a year, with 75% attendance required, primarily via Teams.

Guidelines & Practice Committee, elected role

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3 year post. The G&P Committee advises the BCS Board on clinical standards, guidelines, audit, and workforce planning. It reviews national and international guidelines impacting UK cardiology practice, including those from NICE and the European Society of Cardiology. The committee meets three times a year, with 75% attendance required

Women in Cardiology Committee, elected role

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3 year post. The WiC Committee advises the BCS Executive and Board on gender equality initiatives in cardiology. It develops opportunities, promotes awareness, and advocates for women’s representation and resources. The committee meets monthly, with 75% attendance required, and collaborates with other BCS committees to enhance support for women in cardiology.