Responsibilities of the Trainee or equivalent on the Core Knowledge Editorial Board include being responsible for the content and quality assurance of the 98 Core Knowledge eCourses and advising on the maintenance and development of this eLearning content
We are looking for Trainees in the following areas:
- Subfertility & sexual and reproductive health module
- Maternal medicine module
- Surgery and postoperative care module
- Urogynaecology and pelvic floor problems module
The successful candidate needs to have an understanding of the purpose and operating principles of RCOG Learning and online learning methodologies, knowledge of the structure and content of the Core Curriculum, knowledge of the MRCOG Part 2 - in particular on existing examination question formats (in particular SBAs and their structure) - and an understanding of publishing procedures and copyright. The Board meets three times a year remotely.
This appointment is for a three-year term beginning in June 2026 and will be appointed by CV, Application and Personal Statement.
Eligibility
You must be:
- If you are a trainee, you need to be on the RCOG Trainees’ Register
- If you are an SAS or LE doctor, you need to be working at or the equivalent to ST1 – ST7 level
- In UK practice
- Registered with the GMC and in good standing
How to apply
To apply, please complete the form via the button below, where you will also have to upload a brief CV on one page of A4.
Should you have any additional enquiries please email committee.vacancies@rcog.org.uk.
Application deadline: Wednesday 21 January 2026
Interview date: N/A
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Role description
Trainee or equivalent on the Core knowledge editorial Board
Editor-in-Chief, eLearning Core knowledge, for their specialty (obstetrics or gynaecology)
Three years, beginning in June 2026
The Editorial board for eLearning Core knowledge is responsible for the content and quality assurance of the 98 Core knowledge eCourses.
Trainee or equivalent on the eLearning core knowledge editorial board have two main roles:
- Assist the consultant editorial board member in obstetrics or gynaecology, in their role of overseeing the update and review of the core knowledge eCourses
- Advisory role in the development of eLearning content on the RCOG Learning platform
Core knowledge eCourses
- The Trainee (or equivalent) members of the eLearning Core knowledge board will be asked to support a consultant/senior SAS doctor on the Editorial Board specialising in either obstetrics or gynaecology
- Consultant editorial board members are responsible for overseeing the updates/peer reviews/production of SBA and EMQ questions for a 10–12 Core knowledge eCourses
- The exact duties of the trainee will be mutually agreed with the relevant Editor-in-Chief (obstetrics or gynaecology) and eLearning team depending on the their experience and areas of interest. For example, the they could write content for eCourses, develop/commission SBAs or undertake/commission regular reviews of the eCourses
- Editorial board members should familiarise themselves with the content of their eCourses
- Editorial Board members may be required to be a point of contact for user queries on the clinical content/feedback (sent via the eLearning team) on the eCourses for which they are responsible
Future project development
- Editorial board members may be required to work with the Education Resources Adviser and internal College team to ensure that the core knowledge courses support the RCOG Core Curriculum, and help to make any required changes and commission new resources
- Editorial board members may be asked to help RCOG editorial staff to identify and recruit new authors or working groups for future eLearning projects
- Editorial board members will be encouraged to make suggestions about how the Core knowledge eCourses and other eLearning resources could be enhanced and developed
- Editorial Board members can make suggestions for new eLearning initiatives
Advocacy
- Editorial board members will help to raise the awareness of eLearning in the obstetrics and gynaecology community
Conflict of interest
- Editorial Board members will supply the RCOG with a conflict of interest statement
The role involves working closely with:
- The Editors in Chief (obstetrics or gynaecology) and other members of the Editorial Board for eLearning Core knowledge content
- The authors and peer reviewers of the Core knowledge eCourses
- The RCOG eLearning team
This is variable, depending on stage of the review and update of the Core knowledge eCourses. It is likely to average around four hours per month. It is up to the candidate to discuss and agree the time commitment with their NHS employer.
The Editorial board members will be expected to attend the Editorial Board meetings three times per year:
- Video conference
- 60 – 90 minutes long
- Chaired by the Editors-in-Chief
- Usually held in March, June and November
Other meetings may be convened electronically as necessary.
Regular attendance is expected at board meetings along with a regular contribution to email discussions (in the event two or more consecutive meetings are missed, the board member will be replaced).
This role reflects the present requirements of the post. As duties and responsibilities change and develop the role description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder.
The role description will be re-evaluated at the end of the term.
Person specification
Essential
- Holder of a National Training Number (NTN) (if applicable)
- Passed the MRCOG Part 1 (if applicable)
- Member of the RCOG Trainees’ Register (if applicable)
- Registered with a licence to practise with the GMC and in position of good standing
- Currently In UK NHS Practice
We welcome applications from SAS/LE Doctors for this role.
Essential
- Understanding of the purpose and operating principles of eLearning
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the Core Curriculum
- Knowledge of the MRCOG Part 2, especially the types of exam questions and their format
- Special interest in the module topic
- Understanding of publishing procedures and copyright
Desirable
- Experience of writing exam questions
- Knowledge of eLearning and online publishing
- Evidence of understanding of the RCOG’s core knowledge and MRCOG examination
CPD information
Information about the RCOG CPD Framework can be found here.
Committee Chair/Member/Course Convenors and Organisers
If within your committee role or work as course convenor or organiser you gain knowledge which enhances patient care or leadership and technical skills (including, for example, giving presentations, teaching sessions or mock examining) credits can be claimed as an ‘Experiential Learning Event’.
CPD users can now freely select and record the number of credits for all their CPD activities. For Experiential Learning Events, a Reflection is required to claim the selected credits. In addition, 1 or 2 credits can be claimed for an action following the learning (1 credit for a simple action, 2 credits for a complex action). To claim credits for an action, the individual needs to demonstrate how they have applied their learning to their practice, the service they provide and/or the potential impact of the learning.
For those who prefer to follow RCOG recommendations, the CPD Framework still provides a suggested number of credits that can be claimed for different CPD activities.
Further information can be found in the RCOG CPD Framework document.
Terms of reference
Three times a year
Education Board
- To champion the Core Knowledge online courses and their value as an educational resource in women’s health
- To be responsible from a clinical perspective for the content and quality assurance of the 98 Core Knowledge courses, ensuring that the content remains up-to-date and current (through clinical author updates, peer-review and consultant sign-off)
- To act as a point of contact for user queries on the clinical content/feedback on the courses for which they are responsible
- To work with the Education Resources Adviser and internal College team to ensure that the Core Knowledge courses support the RCOG Core Curriculum, and help to make any required changes or commission new resources if the Curriculum changes
- To make suggestions about how the Core Knowledge courses could be enhanced and developed
- To provide feedback on new digital initiatives that the College may be considering launching
Education Resource Adviser
Dr Aisha Janjua
Editors in Chief
Dr Sharifah Syed (Gynaecology)
Dr Erum Khan (Obstetrics)
Consultants
Dr Felicity Watson
Dr Rabia Zill-E-Huma
Dr Rachel Squires
Dr Ruvana Tabassum
Dr Ayesha Lodhia
Miss Sunita Sharma
Dr Sarah Kitson
Dr Nimatullah Omoteso
Trainees
Dr Naila Khan
Dr Miriham Elhalawani
Dr Hanine Fourie
Dr Kelsie Sykes
Dr Ewa Holt
Dr Joe Gleeson
Dr Snigdha Veeramalla
Dr Ben Simpson
Dr Hashviniya Sekar
Dr Stella Seppings
Dr Rayan Mohamed-Ahmed
Dr Katie Baxter
Volunteering with the RCOG is a rich and rewarding experience which offers a range of professional and personal benefits:
- Professional recognition
- Build networks and friendships
- Career development
- Make meaningful change
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