Career Opportunities

Background

The EBMT Nurses Group Board and Committees comprises up to 20 members, the majority of whom are senior, well established figures in the transplant and cell therapy nursing community.
As a Nurses Group, we recognise that there is opportunity to invest in the next generation of transplant nursing leaders and increase the appeal and reach of EBMT to nurses who have recently embarked on a career in transplant nursing.

The role of the Next Generation Nurse Representative creates an opportunity for ‘junior’ nurse working in the field of transplantation and cell therapy to join our scientific committee as a voice for the Next Generation of transplant nursing leaders.

Aims of Next Generation Nurse Representative:

• As a member of the Scientific Committee of the Nurses Group, actively contribute to the development of the Annual Meeting Scientific Programme and Education activities
• Offer a Nurses Group session at Annual Meeting targeted at the interests of our ‘Next Generation’ nurses
• Create a subsection (community) of our group for young and aspiring transplant nurses
• Develop a link to this community through the Next Generation representative scientific Committee position

Communications and social media:

Through EBMT communication team, the NG representative will be supported with social media and communication skills training to: Increase followers; Encourage Social Media activity prior to meetings

• Promote interest in the Nurse Group activities and those of EBMT more generally
• Identify issues and challenges experienced by junior transplant nurses
• Grow NG community through National Chairs and groups
• Promote and expand the reach of EBMT NG and EBMT more generally
• Offer regular updates on NG opportunities and activities through the monthly newsletter

General:

• Support links with ‘junior’ roles from EBMT and other societies e.g. EBMT Trainee Committee; young cancer nurse (EONS)
• Support the development, implementation and dissemination of EBMT activities
• Promote professional development and empower junior transplant nurses to become the next generation of leaders in the field

NG representative inclusion criteria:

• Working at EBMT member centre
• Currently working in the field of HSCT (and cell therapy)
• Working in a clinical role
• Active on social media (eg Twitter) with experience of using this medium for professional communication
• Under 35 years of age
• Has been working in the field of BMT and cell therapy 2-5 years
• Is able to communicate in the official language of EBMT (English)
• Is available to attend meetings (currently combination of in person and virtual)

Exclusion criteria:

Working in a ‘management’ or research only role

Applications:

Please submit your CV and Expression of Interest letter or statement to Daphna Hutt, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: Daphna.Hutt@sheba.health.gov.il

DEADLINE for applications: Friday May 27th 2022 midday.

Period of tenure:

3-year term.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join EBMT as a working party (WP) nurse. Position is available within the Infectious Diseases Working Party (IDWP).

The appointment is based on a 3-year Term.

The purpose of the working party nurse is to promote and manage nursing research activity and education under the supervision of the Research Committee and nursing education under the supervision of the Scientific Committee within the Working Party.

Applicants must be EBMT members and a practicing Registered Nurse with experience of performing research and educational initiatives in order to lead projects and advise / support EBMT nurse members. There is a requirement to speak, read and write English with sufficient fluency to be able to communicate effectively. Access to email and phone is mandatory. Potential candidates should be working currently within the field of Haematology and Stem Cell Transplant.

For further information, please see below role descriptions and requirements.

Apply

If you are interested in this great opportunity to join our dynamic team, please send a copy of your CV and a statement of support outlining your relevant experience working in the field of Haematology and HSCT, together with your research experience and interests and why you wish to be considered for this role to:

Daphna Hutt, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: Daphna.Hutt@sheba.health.gov.il

DEADLINE for applications: Friday May 27th 2022 midday.

Job description

Job purpose

The post holder will manage the nursing research activity under the supervision of the Research Committee (RC), and nursing education activity under the supervision of the Scientific Committee (SC) within the Working Party (WP). As such they will be expected to contribute to the research and education agenda of the EBMT NG RC, SC and Working Party. The post holder will offer support and guidance in the development of research studies and educational initiatives, promoting opportunities for nursing research within the Working Party.

Reporting to

EBMT NG RC, EBMT NG SC, WP Chairperson

Main activities

• To promote nursing research strategy and awareness within the WP
• To carry out research adding to the body of knowledge in appropriate areas and make a contribution to the strategic development within both the EBMT NG RC and WP 
• To support research and collaborative partnerships.
• To support dissemination of research findings through publication writing, teaching, and presentations at conferences where appropriate
• To contribute to research within both the EBMT NG RC and WP, collaborating in the development of joint proposals and project work
• To promote nurses as investigators within research
• To assist in the development and delivery of educational initiatives promoting nursing issues, in line with the EBMT NG and WP
• Any other appropriate duties as determined by the EBMT NG RC and SC

Specific requirements

The post holder would be expected to present any relevant nursing studies to the WP for possible collaboration, and be involved in at least one WP research project, and / or be actively involved in the development and delivery of education project(s) agreed by the WP

Duties and responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of an individual who has been awarded the role of Nurse Member are outlined below:

• To act as a link between the EBMT NG RC, SC and WP, leading on nurse involvement within research studies and for educational initiatives agreed within the WP
• To produce and submit to the EBMT NG RC, SC, EBMT NG Board and WP, an annual report of activities undertaken (including research and educational activities)
• To produce and submit a summary of the WP Meeting and communications to the EBMT NG RC and SC.
• To facilitate communication and update the EBMT NG RC on new studies within the WP for potential nursing collaboration
• Co-operation with other colleagues both internally and externally to the EMBT NG RC, SC and WP
• Active participation in high quality research
• Assisting other colleagues in the WP to develop their research from a nursing perspective as appropriate
• Demonstrate an active role within the WP, working as an ambassador for the EBMT NG, RC and SC according to the Terms of Reference.

Special conditions

• The post holder will be required to attend a minimum of 3 meetings annually
  • the EBMT Annual Meeting (and WP Nurse meeting with RC & SC), which will be funded by EBMT / EBMT NG
  • the WP Meeting (funding should be requested and agreed with the WP Chair)
  • the Nursing Research Day (and WP Nurse meeting with RC & SC), which will be funded by EBMT NG
• The post holder will be required to attend a minimum of one WP Educational Event 
• The appointment is based on a 3 year Term of Office, with potential for re-nomination for a maximum of 2 terms, i.e. 6 years.

Person specification Essential

• Practicing Registered Nurse
• Time management skills; work independently, effective prioritization, self-motivation and flexibility.
• Evidence of multidisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent team player
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication skills (including English Language)

Person specification Preferred

• Previous experience of; involvement in and/or development of, research protocols
• Previous experience of; involvement in and/or development of, educational initiatives
• Preferably educated to a minimum of Masters Level or currently undertaking Masters Level Study

The EBMT Nurses Group has 10 Nurses affiliated with the Working Parties of the EBMT. The key aims of these roles:

• support collaborative and multiprofessional education and research within the Working Parties of the EBMT
• facilitate nurse education and research opportunities with support from the NG Research Committee and Scientific Committee

Additionally, these roles

• embody the values of multiprofessional integration in line with EBMT EDI commitment
• support delivery of a Working Party agenda that is representative and agile and has the ability to incorporate skills, experiences and voices of a range of professionals and patient advocates to inform projects that ultimately benefit patient care

The WPN achievements are varied and complementary and include research proposals, development of nurse education programmes at Working Parties’ meetings and mid-sized events, production of position papers, guidelines, webinars and other published materials.

The EBMT WPN roles function within the Working Parties and in the Nurses Group. We recognise the WPN role as well as the need to optimise the education and research functions and outputs of these roles, some of these post holders should be aspiring committee and possibly board members bringing a range of experiences from their Working Party roles that will enrich the EBMT Nurses Group and enhance our impact on nursing and patient care.

Proposal

To provide the WPNs a shared identity and clear leadership to optimise role development, influence and project delivery, we propose the WPNs form a committee/group, the collective of the 10 WPNs, led by a dedicated chairperson.

Aims of the WPN group:

• Develop a shared identity for the WPNs to optimise
  • Role development
  • Influence
  • Project delivery
  • Opportunities afforded to the WPNs
• Provide peer support
• Offer forum to share experiences

WPN group will:

• be convened by the WPN chair every 2 months virtually
• submit an annual report of educational, research and other project activities to the WPN chair to be presented at the BAC meeting
• work with the SC and RC through the WPN chairperson to develop the WPN roles and opportunities in line with the NG aims

The role of the chairperson:

• Support new and existing Working Party Nurses into role and developing clear objectives aligned to the individual working party activities
• Assist project development, pursual of research and education opportunities that are integrated within and compliment the Working Party activities
• Organise and facilitate bi-monthly Working Party Nurse meetings virtually
• Provide a virtual forum for peer support through bi-monthly meetings and other opportunities
• Work with both RC and SC chairs to optimise the WPN roles and opportunities in line with the NG aims
• Report into NG Board, scientific and research committee chairs during AM, BAC and other meetings as required

Term of office: 3 years with option to apply for second term when advertised.

Apply to the Chairperson position

If you are interested in this great opportunity, please send a copy of your CV and a statement of support outlining your relevant experience working in the field of Haematology and HSCT, together with your research experience and interests and why you wish to be considered for this role to:

Daphna Hutt, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: Daphna.Hutt@sheba.health.gov.il

DEADLINE for applications: Friday May 27th 2022 midday.

An exciting opening has arisen to join the Research Committee (RC). We have full member (4 year fixed term).

The research committee aims to co-ordinate and lead the development of a programme of research in stem cell transplantation, haematology nursing and other topics deemed relevant on behalf of the EBMT nursing group, progressing evidence based practice and clinical knowledge.

Applicants must be EBMT members with experience of performing research (e.g. whilst undertaking a doctorate) in order to lead projects and advise / support EBMT nurse members.

There is a requirement to speak, read and write English with sufficient fluency to be able to communicate effectively. Access to email and phone is mandatory. Potential candidates should be working currently within the field of Haematology and Stem Cell Transplant.

Roles and responsibilities

In order to make the most of the team’s wealth of experience and ideas, you will meet face to face with the other members of the committee 3 times a year:

1. During the EBMT Annual Meeting (March/April)
2. During the Board and all committees meeting (September)
3. During the Annual Research Study Day (October)

Committee members are nurses and Allied Health Professionals who will provide support to individuals within the EBMT community involved in nursing or allied health professional research and link individuals who have similar areas of interest.

The research committee, in conjunction with the Working Party link nurses and EBMT members, develops a program of nursing research that is evaluated and reviewed regularly.

Our Integrative action plan and timetable facilitates progression of the research programme and we disseminate research findings and encourage adoption into practice.

Journal Publications

Any publications that arise from the work will adhere to the following guidelines:

• All articles will acknowledge that they are being written on behalf of the EBMT NG and the EBMT Research Committee and all core members and relevant co-opted members of the group will appear as authors.
• The lead author will be the person identified as leading the project in the research proposal/action plan, the sequence of all other authors should be agreed at project initiation stage.

From April 2019, new appointments to the RC have a 4 year tenure with the option of applying for second 4 year term and spending a 4 year term as chair (maximum 12 years).

From April 2019, existing Full Members who are eligible to apply for optional second term or position of Chair of the RC will serve 4 year terms.

Requirements

Apply

If you are interested in this great opportunity to join our dynamic team, please send a copy of your CV and a statement of support outlining your relevant experience working in the field of Haematology and HSCT, together with your research experience and interests and why you wish to be considered for this role to:

Daphna Hutt, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: Daphna.Hutt@sheba.health.gov.il

DEADLINE for applications: Friday May 27th 2022 midday.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Global Education Committee (GEC), for a 3-year fixed term.

The GEC, in collaboration with the EBMT Nurses Group President and President Elect/ Past President, other Committees and various Nurse Groups, aims to coordinate and organize outreach meetings in cooperation with other no-profit associations with the same mission in objectives. Together they coordinate and provide a range of educational activities for nurses and allied health professionals within the field of Haematology and Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT).

Applicants must be an EBMT member and will be interested in the further development of Global Education activities for nurses and allied health professionals within the field of Haematology and HSCT.

The candidate will be required to speak, read and write English sufficiently enough to be able to communicate effectively. Access to email and phone is mandatory. Potential candidates should be working currently within the field of Haematology and Stem Cell Transplant.

Roles and responsibilities

In order to make the most of the team’s wealth of experience and ideas, you will meet face to face with the other members of the committee three times a year. You will also share information and updates through teleconferencing and e-mail.

1. During the EBMT Annual Meeting (March/April)
2. The Board and all Committees meeting (September/October)
3. During GEC education or training programme

The committee will present a yearly budget to the EBMT NG Board to fund operational expenses. There will be a clear proposal and strategy to accompany the budget request. The annual budget request must be submitted to the Account Officer on or before 1^st of September.

As a member of the EBMT GEC you will play a key role in the organization of educational events and development of educational tools for nurses and allied professionals across our European community and in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). This involves:

• Contributing to the GEC strategy developing immediate and longer-term objectives
• Designing programmes for nurse education and training with a key aim to improve nursing competence that is aligned to current JACIE standards
• Delivering training opportunities in nations or regions where training can be difficult to access
• Cooperate with other no-profit associations
• Contribute to fundraising for outreach projects

Apply

If you are interested in this great opportunity to join our dynamic team, please send a copy of your CV and a statement of support outlining your relevant experience working in the field of Haematology and HSCT and why you wish to be considered for this role to:

Daphna Hutt, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: Daphna.Hutt@sheba.health.gov.il

DEADLINE for applications: Friday May 27th 2022 midday.