Purpose and Role Summary
Are you passionate about veterinary oncology and eager to make a global impact? WSAVA Oncology Committee (WOC) is seeking to add two veterinary members to join our team and advance cancer care for pets worldwide. Apply to be part of a mission-driven community united against pet cancer.
About the WOC:
Founded in 2020, the WSAVA Oncology Committee (WOC) has developed:
Mission
To advance oncology care within the global veterinary community through education and awareness of effective and accessible treatments for pets with cancer. No owner should face cancer alone.
Vision
The WSAVA Oncology Committee aims to advance the field of veterinary oncology through education and collaboration and improve the lives of pets affected by cancer globally.
Tagline
United Against Pet Cancer
Please visit the WOC homepage and resources page to view the committee’s products and projects.
Membership Skillset
- The successful applicant will have a demonstrated interest in veterinary oncology. The applicant must have a proven track record in oncology as demonstrated by training, publications, presentations, and experience. Preference will be given to applicants holding board certification.
- Current members are veterinarians with a background related to small animal oncology. There is also one student ambassador member of the committee.
- Due to the global nature of the WSAVA and the importance of oncology, it is recommended that this committee consist of geographically and professionally diverse individuals interested in oncology. Therefore, preference will be given to candidates from the following regions:
Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe.
- The membership will be reviewed yearly to ensure the members meet and comply with the terms of reference for this committee. Review the Terms of Reference Here.
Responsibilities
- Attend and participate in face-to-face and virtual meetings.
- Respond to electronic communications on time.
- Ability and willingness to participate in effective and collegial committee interactions.
- Have a special interest and understanding of veterinary and comparative oncology.
- Ability and willingness to communicate as a speaker/presenter of such WOC-sanctioned information as needed.
- Participate in WOC projects.
- Strive to attend the WSAVA Congress.
- Adhere to the WSAVA values and Code of Conduct.
- Show evidence of ongoing engagement with committee functions.
Time Commitment
The tenure of a committee member is a maximum of 3 years, with one extension possible. Estimated time involvement for most members is 2 to 3 hours a month.
Remuneration for this role
All WSAVA committee members, including the chairperson, are volunteers. However, reasonable expenses incurred whilst carrying out WSAVA duties will be reimbursed, in accordance with our travel and expenses policy.
Application Process
Applicants must provide the following supporting documents in English through this dedicated link:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Intent
- Declaration of any Conflicts of Interest
- Letter of Support from WSAVA Member Association*
Applications should be submitted through this link before 17 December 2026 – 22:00 UTC
*All nominees for membership of any WSAVA committee/group are required to provide a letter of Good Standing from the WSAVA member organisation of which they are a member. This requirement does not apply to nominees who are not members of a WSAVA organisation (e.g. non-veterinarians) whose expertise may be necessary for specialist committees/groups. A person of Good Standing is defined as someone who has complied with all explicit obligations of the association and who is not subject to any form of sanction, suspension or disciplinary censure. This letter is not a recommendation from the association that the nominee is the best person for the position. WSAVA committee positions are not chosen by member organisations – the Committee Chair ultimately decides on the best candidate for the position and the choice is ratified by the Membership and Nominations Committee and the Executive Board. This letter indicates only that the WSAVA member association has no objection to the nomination.