The Association of Clinical Research Professionals

ACRP Volunteer Nominations

Volunteers play an important role in the success of ACRP and the Academy. Serving on a committee or board allows you to actively contribute your knowledge and expertise, build your network, illustrate your leadership capabilities, and help ACRP and the Academy further their missions.

ACRP Board Nominations

Each year, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) seeks proven leaders to serve on the Association Board of Trustees (ABoT). This is a great opportunity to serve your association and make a difference within ACRP membership.

The ACRP Nominating Committee holds responsibility to lead the recruitment process for qualified candidates that address the current needs of the ABoT, thoroughly reviewing and scoring each candidate’s application, and submitting its recommended slate of candidates to the Board for approval.

ACRP seeks members from both within and outside the United States to apply for a seat on its Board. Candidates must be active ACRP Members in good standing, possess clinical research knowledge, and demonstrate governance, leadership, business, and/or finance skills to complement the current Board of Trustees in fulfilling and advancing ACRP’s mission to promote excellence in clinical research. For 2025, ACRP is seeking Trustees who are recognized leaders at a Pharmaceutical Company, Contract Research Organization, or Academic Research Organization and have the following background 1) an understanding of the transformation occurring in clinical research such as new models like DCT or AI influence; 2) experience in sales and/or fundraising; and/or 3) diverse industry connections, as demonstrated by varied work experience or other means.

Service on the Board requires a significant amount of time. Trustees are required to participate in at least four meetings per year; travel may be required for two meetings including one held in conjunction with the ACRP annual conference. Trustees also typically serve on one committee with additional virtual meetings. They serve a two-year Board term with the potential to be re-elected for a second term, and must comply with the Disclosure and Management of Conflicts of Interest Policy. ACRP covers travel expenses in accordance with the Travel Policy as approved by the Association Board of Trustees.

Learn about Board Member responsibilities, the nominations process, and ACRP leadership in the Nominee Handbook.

The online application form for the 2025 Board of Trustees is closed. Applications for 2026 will be accepted beginning in May of 2025. View a PDF of the form. Questions? Contact Christy Herz, Sr. Director of Governance and Operations, at christy.herz@acrpnet.org.

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ACRP Committee Nominations

ACRP thrives on the dedicated support of its volunteers who help strengthen the Association at all levels. One of the largest roles volunteers play at ACRP is that of committee members. Volunteers serving on ACRP committees are integral in the development of long-term organizational goals as well as the progression towards those goals.

The committee nominations period is open May 1 to September 15 each year. Online applications are available below during that time. The Vice Chair of ACRP’s Board of Trustees reviews all applications with committee representatives and makes a recommendation to the Board for committee appointments for his/her year as Chair. Individuals appointed to serve on a committee are notified prior to the start of their term. Terms typically start January 1st each year.

Learn more about each Committee’s goals, responsibilities, and current membership:

Online application forms for the 2025 Committees may be submitted below from May 1 to September 15, 2024. Questions? Contact Christy Herz, Sr. Director of Governance and Operations, at christy.herz@acrpnet.org.

Apply for the Nominating Committee

Apply for the Professional Ethics Committee

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Academy Board Nominations

Each year, the Academy of Clinical Research Professionals (the Academy) seeks proven leaders to serve on its Board of Trustees. This is a great opportunity to serve your certification program and make a difference within Academy certification.

The Nominating Committee of the Academy holds responsibility for leading the recruitment process for qualified candidates that address the current needs of the Academy, thoroughly reviewing and scoring each candidate’s application, and submitting its recommended slate of candidates to the Academy Board for approval.

The Academy seeks individuals from both within and outside the United States to apply for a seat on its Board. Candidates must be currently certified and in good standing with the Academy, possess clinical research knowledge, and demonstrate governance, leadership, business, and/or finance skills to complement the current Board of Trustees in fulfilling and advancing the mission of the Academy. Service on the Board requires a significant amount of time, including 4 meetings per year, one of those in-person at ACRP’s annual conference; individuals must be able to commit to a three-year term with the potential to be re-elected for a second term and must comply with the Disclosure and Management of Conflicts of Interest Policy. The Academy covers travel expenses in accordance with the Travel Policy as approved by the Association Board of Trustees.

Learn about Board Member responsibilities, the nominations process, and Academy leadership in the Nominee Handbook.

The online application form for the 2025 Academy Board of Trustees is closed. Applications for 2026 will be accepted beginning in May of 2025. View a PDF of the form. Questions? Contact Christy Herz, Sr. Director of Governance and Operations, at christy.herz@acrpnet.org.

VOLUNTEER FAQS

Academy Committee Nominations

The Academy thrives on the dedicated support of its certificants who volunteer to strengthen the organization at all levels. One of the largest roles that volunteers play at the Academy is that of committee members. Certificants volunteering on Academy Committees are integral in the development of long-term organizational goals as well as the progression towards those goals.

The committee nominations period is open May 1 to September 15 each year. Online applications are available below during that time. Applications are reviewed by committee representatives and recommendations for committee service are presented to the Academy Board of Trustees. Individuals appointed to serve on a committee are notified prior to the start of their term. Terms typically start January 1st each year.

Learn more about each committee’s goals, responsibilities, and current membership:

Online application forms for the 2025 Academy Committees may be submitted below from May 1 to September 15, 2024. Questions? Contact Christy Herz, Sr. Director of Governance and Operations, at christy.herz@acrpnet.org.

Apply for an Academy Exam Committee

Apply for the Academy Nominating Committee

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