Focus Groups can include between 10 and 20 members. Only ESTRO members are eligible to participate in Focus Groups.

Each Focus Group includes:

• 1 Focus Group Chair - Focus Group Chairs are responsible for the overall management of the Focus Group and for ensuring their representation within and outside ESTRO. Some Focus Groups may have 2 Co-Chairs. Chairs serve for a 3-year term, renewable once.
• Up to 3 Core Experts - Core Experts are senior professionals with demonstrated experience in the Focus Group’s area of expertise. Core Experts are selected by the Chair and serve for a 3-year term, renewable once. Some Focus Groups may exceed 3 Core Experts.
• Up to 16 Full Members - Full Members serve for a 3-year term, non-renewable. 50% of Full Members are nominated directly by the Focus Group Chair, while 50% are selected by the Chair and the Core experts via an open call for applications.

Each Focus Group includes at least 25% of professionals within 10 years after the completion of their training or PhD and below the age of 40.

There are currently 16 active Focus Groups:

NB - All Focus Groups have completed their composition for 2023 - 2026 except for Head & Neck and Positioning & Immobilization.
We continue to invite motivational statements from individuals interested in potential future consideration or seeking involvement in the activities of their preferred Focus Group.

Focus Groups are high-turnover agile teams active across all the areas covered by ESTRO. Are you interested in contributing to the advancement of European RT by becoming more engaged in ESTRO? Do you wish to expand your network by working with leading experts from all over Europe and beyond?

We invite you to submit a motivational statement expressing your interest in joining a Focus Group. Your application will be forwarded to the Chair of your chosen Focus Group. This application process is ongoing with no set deadline.

While several Focus Groups have completed their current lineup, we continue to welcome motivational statements from enthusiastic individuals keen on contributing to these groups. These statements will be reviewed for potential future openings. Even if current positions are occupied, expressing your interest ensures inclusion on the Focus Group's contact list. Being on this list guarantees updates on Focus Group activities and gives priority consideration for upcoming recruitment opportunities.

Applicants are expected to showcase proven expertise in their chosen subject, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, active involvement in relevant study groups, clinical trials, scientific committees, or similar activities.

NB - Participation in an ESTRO Focus Group is only open to ESTRO members in good standing.

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Should you have any questions, please contact focusgroups@estro.org.