Technology Appraisal Committee - Members

Before you consider applying for this role, please ensure you read the conflicts of interest section of the attached applicant information document and refer to NICEs policy on declaring and managing interests for NICE advisory committees.

Responsibilities

Regularly attend Committee meetings (12 per year) as well as an annual awayday and occasional training. Contribute to the panel deliberations from their own specialist knowledge whilst respecting input from non-specialists and lay persons. Apply their own experience and judgement to the topics under discussion, rather than act as a representative of their organisation. Work with the other members of the Committee and NICE staff to identify key issues and review evidence. Work with other members of the Committee and NICE staff to formulate recommendations and comment on the evidence and on drafts of the guidance. Agree the final recommendations and guidance. Advise on implementation issues as required. Ensure appropriate consideration of the implications of guidance for duties under equalities legislation. Follow agreed decision-making procedures and accept the collective decisions of the Committee. Abide by NICEs code of conduct for Committee members including declarations of interest, and follow the Committees operational procedures. Prepare for the Committee meetings by reading the substantive papers and by gathering any additional information on the proposed topics which may be helpful to the discussions. Participate in review(s) of the functioning of the Committee and accept changes to the membership, remit, procedures, etc., of the Committee as a result. Participate in induction training and other training which may be offered periodically.