RCVS Fellowship Board elections 2026

We are now accepting applications from RCVS Fellows for the positions of Projects and Engagement Officer and Chair of the Fellowship Science Advisory Panel. 

The elected candidates for these positions will play key roles in shaping the direction of the board. They will also help to lead the Fellowship’s ongoing work to improve the sharing of knowledge and promoting the work of the Fellowship in the broadest sense. Each successful applicant will serve a three-year term, starting in November 2026.

Election timeline

The election is expected to take place in early August, giving all Fellows the chance to vote for their preferred candidate. If there is only one candidate, Fellows will be given the option to either endorse or reject their candidacy.

We encourage all eligible Fellows to participate in this important process, helping to shape the future of our society.

How to apply

Interested Fellows must submit an application, including:

• Proposer and Seconder ( as candidates must be supported by two other Fellows)
• Biography - a brief overview of up to 200 words
• Manifesto - a statement of up to 300 words outlining your vision and goals

Application and nomination forms can be found at the bottom of this page.

Electable position descriptions

Projects and Engagement Officer - responsible for helping to raise the profile of the Fellowship’s work and lead on creative and innovative ways to deliver the board’s long-term strategy. They will also work alongside and collaborate with other members of the board and RCVS staff to support campaigns and activities that demonstrate the impactful work that the learned society carries out.

Chair of the Fellowship Science Advisory Panel - tasked with shaping the future direction of the panel, notably providing expert-led scientific research for the College, the professions and helping to promote robust debate on veterinary medicine across the veterinary professions.

If you are a Fellow and are interested in standing for election, please fill out a candidate application form, which can be found below. This form includes a statement that outlines why you think you should be elected. You will also need to download a nomination form, to be completed by your Proposer and Seconder, demonstrating that you have the backing of two other RCVS Fellows.

All applications and nomination forms should be sent to [email protected] by 4pm Thursday 23 July 2026.