AMA seeks doctors in training for Deputy Chair roles
21 Oct 2026
The roles offer doctors in training the chance to contribute to national medical advocacy and help guide the committee’s work. Deputy Chairs will work with the Chair to advance key priorities, encourage member participation and represent trainees’ concerns within the AMA.
Applicants must be financial AMA members when applying and maintain their membership throughout the appointment. They must also be doctors in training for most of their term.
The AMA welcomes applicants from different backgrounds, career stages, specialties and practice settings.
Essential requirements include:
- Working closely with the Chair to progress committee priorities.
- Collaborating effectively with members and stakeholders.
- Understanding the challenges facing doctors in training.
- Maintaining ongoing responsibilities throughout the term.
- Representing the committee professionally within the AMA and with external organisations.
- Communicating reliably and following through on commitments.
Desirable experience includes involvement in medical advocacy, representative or committee roles, policy development, submissions or position statements. Connections across specialties, training pathways or jurisdictions are also welcomed.
Applicants must email a current CV of no more than two pages and a one-page statement explaining how their skills, experience and interests meet the selection criteria to president@ama.com.au by 9.00 am AEDT on Monday, 2 November 2026.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to give a brief virtual presentation and take part in a question-and-answer session.
AMA seeks doctors in training for Deputy Chair roles
Source: Australian Medical Association (AMA).