Guidelines Committee Member

The ESAIC Guidelines Committee (GC) is seeking to recruit a new Member for the Guidelines Committee. The vacancy will occur as of 1^st January 2027.

Deadline for applications is 21st June 2026 (23:59 CEST).

Key Responsabilities

The Guidelines Committee fulfils the following functions:

• Defines the requirement and course of action for an ESAIC Guideline
• Oversees the process of identification and prioritisation of topics, preparation, evaluation, dissemination and update of ESAIC guidelines
• Organises and administers the selection of ESAIC Guidelines Task forces
• Collects and evaluates currently available documents throughout Europe
• Establishes and maintains relationships with other academic societies and scientific groups as necessary in the preparation of collaborative Guidelines
• Defines how to implement guidelines and inform ESAIC members
• Carries out other functions related to the promotion and harmonisation of clinical practice as decided by the ESAIC Board.

Eligibility and Requirements for application

The Guidelines Committee Member will meet the following criteria:

• Being a qualified anaesthesiologist or intensivist
• Must have been ESAIC active or affiliate member for at least the last calendar year (2025) on the date of the application deadline
• Fluency in English
• Previous guidelines activity
• Scientific understanding of research evidence and its use in clinical practice
• Previous administrative tasks related to production and implementation of guidelines
• Links with national/European anaesthesiology societies

IMPORTANT! Applicants must ensure that they can dedicate sufficient time to this commitment. Timely and continuous communication with the Guidelines Committee and ESAIC Headquarters is expected, to ensure the smooth running of the committee’s projects.

Conflict of Interest and Code of Conduct

• Full disclosure of any actual or potential conflict of interest is required, in line with the society’s policy
• Expected to adhere to and uphold the principles set out in the society’s Code of Conduct

Term of office

The tenure is for three years. Any extension (maximum 2 one-year terms) is exceptional and subject to availability, continued commitment, and the committee’s need for continuity.
Term of office will start on 1^st January 2027.

How to apply

To apply, candidates must complete the application form and include the following:

• Upload a CV (maximum of 2 sides of A4).
• Provide a conflict-of-interest (COI) statement, detailing any current or potential COIs relevant to the role.
• Statement of adherence to the ESAIC code of conduct.

 Application deadline – 21^st June 2026 (23:59 CEST).

More information

For any further information please contact the ESAIC Guidelines Team at guidelines@esaic.org