OPEN CALL FOR PIDS VICE CHAIR-ELECT TO IDWEEK PLANNING COMMITTEE 2026

The Program and Meetings Committee seeks nominations for the important role of PIDS IDWeek Vice Chair-elect. This individual will help represent the society and participate in developing the pediatric track on the IDWeek Program Committee.

If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity to represent PIDS, please review the eligibility criteria and complete this application form, including the uploading of a statement of interest signifying your qualifications and ability to commit to the requirements and a current CV by Monday, September 8.

The position is a three-year commitment with advancement through the roles and requires availability for:

• 2 in-person meetings, annually
• virtual committee meetings, approximately monthly
• participation in Programs & Meetings Committee meetings is encouraged
• more frequent meetings as intensive planning needs arise
• in-person attendance at IDWeek during the 3-year term of service

The following eligibility criteria will be used to identify up to 3 nominees for the Vice Chair-elect position. Those selections will then be sent to the PIDS Board for full consideration. The person chosen should expect to start orientation prior to this year’s IDWeek in Washington, D.C. (October 21-24).

Qualifications (Please address in your statement of interest):

• Prior experience in at least one of the following categories (Please describe role and relevant skills acquired):
  • The PIDS Program and Meetings Committee – prior or current experience is preferred but not mandatory
  • IDWeek Abstract reviewer; prior PAS Abstract reviewer will also be considered
  • Service on a Conference Programming committee (i.e., PIDS, IDSA, SHEA, PAS, regional or institutional, or other [please specify])
  • Other organizational leadership role that provided skills that could be applied to this role (please explain)
• Track record of inclusiveness and working well with others
• Additions to the diversity of the Planning Committee and PIDS IDWeek leadership
• Other personal leadership qualities
• Prior experiences (in addition to those identified above) that would add to your qualifications for the position
• Please also describe your area of focus (i.e., research, education, or clinical niche)
• Selection criteria are also available at PIDS.org

Note: You will not be eligible to speak as a symposium speaker at IDWeek for the duration of your service if selected.

Please contact Ashley Holloway at pids@idsociety.org should you have any questions.