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About
Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference and work in a non‑profit? Would you like to be a part of an ambitious and international organisation on the cutting edge of science? Then this position might be right up your alley.
Mission
Save and improve the lives of patients with blood‑related disorders.
Your Mission
The JACIE Medical Officer oversees the European Certification Scheme for Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapies by supporting certification processes, developing standards and education, ensuring high‑quality reports, and representing JACIE and EBMT with external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as the primary medical, scientific, and technical expert within the JACIE Programme.
* Lead the development of FACT‑JACIE Standards in collaboration with FACT colleagues, and drive other joint initiatives.
* Build strong relationships and actively promote JACIE with professional associations, regulatory bodies (including the European Union and national Competent Authorities), and industry partners.
* Support the JACIE Working Party in shaping governance and strategic direction for JACIE and its Certification process.
* Provide expert input to the Legal and Regulatory Affairs Committee on Certification and regulatory matters.
Main Tasks
* Provide expert guidance by responding to queries from Centres, JACIE Inspectors, and Accreditation Coordinators on the application and implementation of Standards.
* Review inspection reports to ensure high quality and consistency, supporting the Assurance Committee in its oversight role.
* Design, develop, and deliver training for JACIE staff, volunteers, and the wider EBMT community through workshops, webinars, and educational materials.
* Collaborate with the Director of Advocacy and Quality of Care to shape and implement communication strategies in partnership with EBMT’s communications and marketing teams.
* Contribute to the development of EBMT’s advocacy strategy in relation to JACIE and Certification.
* Represent JACIE and EBMT at meetings with internal and external stakeholders, providing authoritative expertise on certification, accreditation, and regulatory affairs.
* Work with the Director of Advocacy and Quality of Care and FACT colleagues on Standards development and joint projects.
* Review interim audit reports to assess centres’ ongoing compliance, escalating issues to the Assurance Committee when required.
* Oversee and assess certification impacts of changes in certified centres in collaboration with the Director of Advocacy and Quality of Care and National Representatives.
* Identify opportunities for improvement in the certification process to ensure delivery against agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Requirements
Qualification
* Must be a Medical Doctor, board certified Haematology /Immunology or relevant sciences.
Experience
* At least 5 years’ experience HSCT and/or Cellular Therapies.
* Experience in writing grant applications (desirable).
* Experience working in a JACIE accredited centre.
* Experience as a JACIE Inspector (desirable).
* Experienced user of Microsoft products, particularly Word/Excel.
Knowledge
* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
* Good understanding of the regulatory and accreditation frameworks in Europe (desirable).
* Good understanding of FACT‑JACIE standards.
* Knowledge of new treatment strategies and scientific developments and their impact on field of stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies.
Soft skills and abilities
* Ability to communicate effectively with people in a multicultural /multilingual environment and speaking in public.
* Negotiation skills.
* Analytical & strategic thinking.
* Initiative & innovation.
* Focus on customers’ (internal and external) needs.
* Networking.
General
Willingness to travel to national and international venues (mostly within EU) to participate in and facilitate meetings. Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
What We Offer
* Join a non‑profit society with a meaningful mission, where your work makes a real difference in advancing healthcare.
* Collaborate with a multicultural, international team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
* Enjoy a hybrid working model: 2 days per week at our Barcelona offices and 3 days working remotely.
* Full‑time, permanent role (37.5 hours/week) with flexible hours (start between 8–10 am).
* Generous 26 days of vacation per year plus local holidays.
* A vibrant office space with terrace, gym, swimming pool, and a friendly atmosphere.
* Regular social activities: weekly office breakfasts arranged by Attico, monthly gatherings organised by HR to warmly welcome new team members and celebrate employee birthdays, unit team‑building events, and an end‑of‑year gathering.
* Opportunities for international travel to collaborate and represent our mission abroad.
* Salary: €65,251 (scale 17.0) to €73,705 (scale 17.4) gross/year (depending on previous experience).
* Extra benefits (after the probation period):
* Private health insurance for you.
* Nursery cost support.
* Language lessons: English, via Twenix & Spanish (coming soon).
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
* One‑off payment of €800 to help you set up your home office.
At EBMT we believe that a diverse team is a key part of building a great organisation, we would like to listen and learn from you. All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Please note: we do not sponsor visas.
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