King James IV Professorship Background
The King James IV Professorship is awarded annually in open competition to surgeons or dental practitioners who have made a significant contribution to the clinical or scientific basis of surgery.
Her Majesty, the late, Queen Elizabeth II gave permission for the College to use the title of the King James IV Professorship as King James IV of Scotland, who confirmed the College's Seal of Cause on 13 October 1506, had an interest in all matters scientific, including medicine and surgery, and was proud of his skill as a dental surgeon, adopting the somewhat unusual practice of paying patients on whom he operated.
Due to the royal permissions, history of the Professorship, and the contributions of its awardees, the Professorship is one of the College's most prestigious awards.
The two successful individuals will receive a commemorative plaque, the use of the Professorship title for one year, and the opportunity to deliver a lecture on their recent work.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a Dental or Surgical Fellow or Member of the College in good standing
- Be an established consultant, or an equivalent position, with a minimum of five years experience in said level
- Work in academic, research, clinical or education roles within healthcare
- Work presented in support of an application for a King James IV Professorship should not be the same work submitted for another RCSEd funding or Award Opportunity e.g. A Syme Medal.
Application Process
Applications are currently closed.
When open, applications must be submitted via the Good Grants portal.
King James IV Professorship Recipients
Read the King James IV Professorship book, which provides a complete record of past recipients, including awardee details, dates of award and the titles of their professorial lectures. It offers a valuable archive of distinguished contributors and highlights their impact on surgical and dental practice over time.