Ready to develop your leadership skills? Boost your CV and make an impact within the RiMS community! We are currently seeking a new Chair for the (rebranded) Special Interest Group (SIG) on Patient Empowerment.

Formerly known as the SIG Patient Autonomy, the group has evolved to reflect a broader and more comprehensive understanding of empowerment in MS care.

This position offers the opportunity to lead an international and interdisciplinary group dedicated to strengthening the role of people with Multiple Sclerosis as informed, active and confident partners in their care.

The SIG focuses on shared decision-making, evidence-based patient information, health behaviour change, digital empowerment tools and the social determinants of health.

We welcome expressions of interest from professionals motivated to advance patient-centred, equitable and empowering approaches in MS care and rehabilitation.

Application deadline: Sunday, 15 March 2026, 23:59 CET.

Find all details on the role, commitment, and application process below.

📝 Procedure

To apply, please submit the following:

• A motivation letter (maximum 400 words)
• An up-to-date CV
• A short biography

By submitting your application, you agree to the processing of your personal information by RiMS for the purpose of this selection process. You can submit your application in this form. Please keep in mind you must be logged-in (or create a Free Account first if you don't have one) in order to be able to fill in the form.

🗓️ Timeline

• Application deadline: Sunday, 15 March 2026, 23:59 CET.
• Decision: The RiMS Executive Board will make the final selection by the end of March 2026.
• Start of mandate: Early April 2026

The first major task will be to organise your SIG meeting at the RiMS Annual Conference on Thursday, 11 June 2026, in Prague.

🤝 Commitment

As Chair, you will:

• Guide the strategic development of the group
• Foster high-quality transnational research
• Support the design of practical interventions
• Contribute to expanding an engaged international network
• Contribute as part of the RiMS Extended Leadership Team
• Attend SIG meetings twice a year — at least once in person during the Annual Conference.
• Communicate updates through RiMS e-announcements, blog posts, and the Annual Report.

For more information, you can contact:

• Andrea Giordano – SIG Chair (andrea.giordano@istituto-besta.it)
• Lousin Moumdjian – Member of the RiMS Executive Board and SIG Coordinator

💡 Remuneration & Benefits

This is a non-remunerated position, but it offers significant professional rewards:

• Visibility within the international community of MS rehabilitation professionals.
• Opportunities to strengthen your leadership, coordination, and networking skills.
• A chance to help shape the scientific agenda in your field of expertise.

Join us in advancing the RiMS mission — apply now and make a difference in the MS rehabilitation community!