Society Opportunities

Exciting opportunities have arisen to join EBMT as a working party (WP) nurse. These positions are available within the following Working Parties:

Acute Leukaemia Working Party (ALWP) 
Chronic Malignancies Working Party (CMWP) 

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 nursing education within the Working Party under the supervision of the WP lead nurse and in collaboration with the EBMT NG Research and Scientific committees.

Applicants must be EBMT members and a practicing Registered Nurse currently working in the field of HCT and cell therapy with experience of performing research and educational initiatives in order to lead projects and advise / support EBMT nurse members. Attending EBMT Annual Meetings and/or educational events is meritorious, as well as experience of other EBMT activities.

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 HCT and cell therapy.

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 motivation letter outlining your relevant experience working in the field of HCT and cell therapy together with your research experience and interests and why you wish to be considered for this role to: Elin Öfverberg, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: elin.ofverberg@vgregion.se

DEADLINE for applications: Friday 31 October 2025 midday

Job description

Job purpose

The post holder will be responsible for WP nursing research activity under the supervision of the Working Party Lead Nurse, and in collaboration with the Research Committee (RC) and the nurse education activity under the supervision of the Working party Lead Nurse and in collaboration with Scientific Committee (SC). As such they will provide simultaneous contribution to the research and education agendas of the EBMT NG and Working Party. The post holder will in addition, 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 Working Party Lead Nurse and 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 where appropriate, make a contribution to the strategic development within both the EBMT NG 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
• Attend the business and regular meetings of the Working party educational meeting (agenda, content, presentation etc.)

Specific requirements

The post holder would be expected to present any relevant nursing studies to the WP for possible collaboration, and where possible (with the support of the WP Lead Nurse if needed), identify a WP project to contribute to. 

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 and WP, leading on nurse involvement within research studies.
• To produce and submit to the EBMT NG Board and WP, an annual report of activities undertaken (including research activities)
• To produce and submit a summary of the WP Meeting and communications to the WP Lead Nurse for presentation at the BAC (Board and All Committees meeting) and for the EBMT newsletter.
• To facilitate communication and update the EBMT NG and WP Lead Nurse on new studies within the WP for potential nursing collaboration with RC
• Co-operation with other colleagues both internally and externally to the EMBT NG 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 and WP according to the Terms of Reference.

Special conditions

• The post holder will / may attend 3 meetings annually
  • the EBMT Annual Meeting (and WP Nurse meeting)
  • the WP Meeting
  • the EBMT NG Annual Educational meeting (and WP Nurses meeting)
• The post holder is encouraged to actively participate in a minimum of one WP Educational Event
• Attend monthly online meetings with the WP Lead Nurse, other WP nurses and the EBMT NG board.
• 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

• Practicing Registered Nurse
• EBMT member working in a EBMT centre
• Educated to a minimum of Masters Level
• 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)
• Previous experience of; involvement in and/or development of research protocols and/or educational initiatives

Background

The EBMT Nurses Group Board and Committees comprises up to 20 members, the majority of whom are senior, well established figures in the HCT 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 more recently embarked on a career in transplant nursing.

The role of the Next Generation Nurse Representative creates an opportunity for an early career nurse working in the field of HCT 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
• In collaboration with the Scientific Committee, create a Nurses Group session at Annual Meeting targeted at the interests of our ‘Next Generation’ nurses
• Continue to develop the Next Generation subgroup (community)for young and aspiring transplant and cell therapy nurses
• Lead this community and its activities through the Next Generation representative scientific Committee position

Communications and social media:

Through EBMT communication team and EBMT Nurses Group Scientific Committee, the NG representative will be supported with social media and communication skills.

• 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 using social media and other forms of communication
• Promote professional development and empower junior or early career transplant nurses to become the next generation of leaders in the field

NG representative inclusion criteria:

• Working at EBMT member centre and is an EBMT member
• Currently working in the field of HCT and cell therapy
• Working in a clinical role
• Active on social media (eg LinkedIn) and can demonstrate 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 monthly Scientific committee meetings online and in person meetings 2-3 times a year 

Period of tenure:

The appointment is voluntary and based on a 3-year term.

Exclusion criteria:

Working in a ‘management’ or research only role

Applications:

Please submit your CV and Expression of Interest letter or statement to Elin Öfverberg, EBMT Nurses Group Secretary: elin.ofverberg@vgregion.se

DEADLINE for applications: Friday 31 October 2025