SfRBM Call for Nominations

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
The Society for Redox Biology and Medicine (SfRBM) is now actively looking for members who are interested in serving on its Council for a 4-year term to begin in January 2027.

The following positions will be contested via election this summer:

• Officers (3):
  • President-Elect
  • VP Org Health
  • VP Branding & Advocacy
• Council Members (8)

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE JUNE 1, 2026

PROCESS
The Nominations/Leadership Development Committee will review all submitted applications and determine the final slate of nominees that will be presented to members for election.

DUTIES
The Council serves as the Society's governing body and normally meets one time per year during SfRBM's Annual Meeting. Business is conducted via email and video calls during the rest of the year.

Please note we are looking for leaders who are willing to be fully engaged in the Society, which will include specific committee leadership assignments within one of five areas: Education & Professional Development, Research & Scientific Excellence, Communications, Membership and Finance.

The President-Elect will serve on SfRBM's Council in this capacity for two years (as one of the Society's Vice Presidents) and then become President in January 2027 and serve a 2-year term.

We encourage those members who have been actively serving on committees to take the "next step" and apply for one of the available Council positions. Click here to view the SfRBM Organizational Chart.

POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
A brief description of the officer positions we are filling and council members is below. For more detailed information, we encourage you to review the Committees description page to learn more about each of the officer positions.

• President-Elect: The President-Elect serves a two-year term before assuming the presidency, typically filling a Vice President position during this time while preparing to assume chief executive responsibilities.
• Vice President of Organizational Health: The VP of Organizational Health maintains the Society's financial accounts, prepares annual budgets and fiscal reports, and leads the Finance/Investments and Fundraising/Sponsorship committees.
• VP of Branding & Advocacy: The VP of Branding & Advocacy promotes SFRBM's reputation and visibility to the scientific community and public while overseeing committees for publications, website, marketing/PR, and strategic alliances & outreach.
• Council Members: Council members serve four-year terms and are part of the governing board that manages the affairs, property, and strategic direction of the Society. They participate in key decisions including appropriations, policy development, and governance matters that shape SFRBM's future.

QUESTIONS
Questions can be directed to Müge Chavdar, SfRBM's Associate Director, at muge@affinity-strategies.com. We look forward to receiving and considering your applications.

Sincerely,
Reto Asmis, PhD, F-SfRBM
Chair, SfRBM Nominations/Leadership Development Committee
Wake Forest School of Medicine