Invitation for expression of interest: SHOT Working Expert vacancies – FAHR and Pulmonary Complications

Help shape the future of transfusion safety in the UK

The SHOT Working Expert Group (WEG) currently has several non-remunerated vacancies and invites expressions of interest from individuals with relevant expertise and a passion for improving transfusion safety.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to national haemovigilance, influence patient safety initiatives, support learning across the UK, and work alongside a multidisciplinary team of experts committed to improving transfusion practice.

Applicants should have a good understanding of UK transfusion practice and are encouraged to discuss the role and anticipated time commitment with their line manager before applying. Successful candidates will work closely with existing WEG members and SHOT team.

Current vacancies

Pulmonary complications
We are seeking an expert to analyse reports of pulmonary complications, contribute to the development and review of educational resources, and support preparation of the pulmonary complication’s chapters of the Annual SHOT Report. This includes reports related to Transfusion-Associated Circulatory Overload (TACO) and non-TACO categories such as Transfusion-Associated Dyspnoea (TAD) and Transfusion-Related Acute Lung Injury (TRALI).
We welcome applications from clinicians (medical or nursing) with a strong interest in the diagnosis, investigation and management of transfusion-related pulmonary complications. Applicants will normally be medically qualified, although applications from other appropriately qualified healthcare professionals with relevant expertise will be considered.

Febrile, Allergic and Hypotensive Reactions (FAHR)
We are seeking a clinician with expertise in haematology and transfusion medicine to support the analysis of reports relating to febrile, allergic and hypotensive transfusion reactions.
Applicants should have a strong interest in haemovigilance and the investigation and management of transfusion reactions. Applications are particularly encouraged from consultants with experience in transfusion medicine.

Closing date Friday 30th October 2026

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Thank you for your interest in SHOT and for your commitment to improving transfusion safety. We are grateful for the expertise and dedication of our contributors and look forward to welcoming new members to the Working Expert Group.