The Australasian Chapter of Palliative Medicine (AChPM) supports the professional careers of all Fellows and trainees of the Chapter. Alongside other relevant College Bodies and staff, the AChPM works on these aspects as they relate to palliative medicine:

• education, training, and assessment of trainees
• education, continuing professional development and quality performance of Fellows
• policy and advocacy
• assessment of overseas trained professionals
• research
• workforce

The AChPM Committee is the peak decision-making body for the Chapter, promoting and advancing the body of knowledge of palliative medicine within the College. The committee meets four times per year.

The term for this casual vacancy will start immediately following confirmation of appointment and will conclude at the RACP AGM in May 2026, in line with the College election cycle. 

Read the Australasian Chapter of Palliative Medicine Committee By-law (PDF) and the position description (PDF) before applying.

Apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest form (DOC) and a copy of your CV to pallmed@racp.edu.au.