Call for 2025 Junior Board Member Nominations
Do you want to contribute your voice, ideas, and leadership to IS-MPMI? Nominations for two Junior Board Member seats on the IS-MPMI Board of Directors are now being accepted for the 2025-2027 term.
About the Role
As a Junior Board Member, you will have the opportunity to:
Provide fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to guide IS-MPMI's strategic initiatives to meet the IS-MPMI Mission and Vision.
Gain hands-on experience in leadership, governance, and strategic decision-making.
Network and collaborate with senior professionals and leaders in the MPMI field.
Advocate for early career scientists and contribute to meaningful projects.
Eligibility/Duties
IS-MPMI members who are early career scientists (Ph.D. students, postdocs, or members not in a tenure track position).
Junior Board members shall maintain active IS-MPMI membership throughout their 2-year term on the Board. (Term begins at the close of the 2025 IS-MPMI Congress).
Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in monthly board meetings and follow-up communications, averaging around 2-3 hours a month.
Volunteer and participate fully in one or more committees or activities such as Congress meeting planning, reviewing nominations, fundraising, and communications to the membership.
Perform other duties as assigned by the President and/or the Board of Directors.
How to Apply
To nominate yourself or another IS-MPMI Early Career or Student Member, please submit:
A brief statement (max 500 words) outlining the nominee's interest and qualifications. Statement should also include any collaboration within the Society the nominee has done, any leadership roles at their institution, their community outreach efforts, and why the nominee would be a good addition to the Board of Directors.
Description of nominee's research project (max 500 words)
A short CV (2 pages max)
Deadline for nominations: March 21, 2025.
Submit your nomination via the online form below.
Join us in making a difference—become a Junior Board Member and help shape the future of IS-MPMI!
Review and Selection
Nominations will be reviewed and approved by the President and Board of Directors. Those appointed will begin their 2-year term on the Board at the close of the 2025 IS-MPMI Congress.
“Being part of the IS-MPMI Board as a Junior member has been one of the most exciting and formative experiences I had as a scientist. I did not only learn how our international society works, and what is the essential role of the Board, but I was also able to contribute and bring my thoughts and ideas. It also gave me the opportunity to meet the other members of the Board: great scientists and amazing mentors." ~ Patricia Baldrich, Jr. Board Member 2019-2023
