Society Opportunities

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join EBMT as a working party (WP) nurse. This position is available within the newly established Acute Leukaemia Working Party (ALWP)

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

The purpose of the working party nurse is to promote, co-ordinate and deliver nursing education and research activity 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 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 HCT and cell therapy. Attending the Annual Meetings of EBMT and/or educational events is meritorious, as well as experience of other EBMT activities.

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 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: 28 February 2026

Job description

Job purpose

The post holder will promote, co-ordinate and deliver nursing education and  research activity within the Working Party under the supervision of the Working Party Lead Nurse, and in collaboration with the Research Committee (RC), Scientific Committee (SC) and EBMT NG board. As such they will be expected to contribute to the research and education agendas of the EBMT NG and Working Party simultaneously. As such, 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 Working Party Lead Nurse and WP Chairperson.

Main activities and responsibilities

• 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.)
• Facilitate communication and update the EBMT NG and WP Lead Nurse on new studies within the WP considering  the potential for nursing collaboration with RC
• Identify opportunities to collaborate with EBMT NG and WP colleagues

Specific requirements

The post holder is expected to present ideas for any relevant nursing studies to the WP for possible collaboration, and where possible (with the support of the WP Lead Nurse and NG board), identify a WP project to contribute to. 

Expected outputs

As a WP nurse, you are expected to deliver the following: 

• Demonstrate how you link between the EBMT NG and your WP, leading on nurse involvement or input within Nurse Group and WP educational events research studies.
• Produce and submit to the EBMT NG Board and WP, an annual report of NG and WP specific activities undertaken (including research activities)
• 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.
• Present slide summary (3-5) WP Nurse activities at the WP Nurse meeting (during the NG Annual Education meting)
• Demonstrate participation in WP research
• Assist other WP nurses 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 Educational Meeting (funding should be agreed with the WP Chair)
  • the EBMT NG Annual Educational meeting (and WP Nurses meeting)
• The post holder are 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 voluntary and 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 at an EBMT member 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.

The JACIE Assurance Committee (JAC) is a prestigious and key committee within the JACIE Certification Programme that plays a pivotal role in driving the continuous advancement of transplant practices via the establishment and enforcement of Standards and certification.  

The JAC works closely with the JACIE Office to review reports and provide recommendations regarding applications and inspections. The committee helps expand the certification experience across a broad network of experts and stakeholders. 

The JAC is comprised of a Chair plus a group of experts representing the different areas of the JACIE Certification: 

• Clinical Adult Transplant Programme,
• Clinical Paediatric Transplant Programme,
• Haematopoietic Progenitor Cell Collection,
• Cell Processing Laboratory,
• Quality Management. 

The Committee is supported by JACIE Accreditation Coordinators based at the EBMT Office in Barcelona. We welcome applications from all inspectors meeting the person specification as outlined on page 7 of the application pack. 

Apply

To apply please read the application pack and submit your CV and expression of interest to jacie@ebmt.org by 17:00 CET on Wednesday 25 February 2026.

For any additional information, please contact Director, Advocacy and Quality of Care: Tuula.Rintala@ebmt.org

The application deadline for the 2026 Legal & Regulatory Affairs Committee Chair has been extended to Tuesday 3 February 2026. 

Eligibility:

• All EBMT members are welcome to apply.

Application Requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation statement (manifesto)
• List of relevant publications (if applicable)
• Confirmation of EBMT membership (where required)

Nomination Pathways:

• Internal Nominations: Outgoing Chair and Committee members may recommend candidates.
• External Applications: Any eligible EBMT member may apply via this open call.

Process and Timeline: