Nominations Open: ASSCR Committee Election 2026
ASSCR is calling for nominations for the 2026 Committee Election. This is your chance to help shape the direction of the Society and contribute to the future of stem cell research in Australasia.
Four positions are open for nomination:
- Vice President
- Chair of the Career Development and Junior Investigators Subcommittee
- Chair of the Policy, Ethics and Translation Subcommittee
- Chair of the Sponsorship, Fundraising and Industry Subcommittee
Each role offers a meaningful way to give back to the ASSCR community while building leadership experience and expanding your professional network. Whether you are an established researcher ready to help guide the Society’s strategy as Vice President or an emerging leader keen to champion career development, policy or industry engagement through a subcommittee, there is a role suited to your strengths.
Who can nominate
Any current ASSCR member can nominate a candidate, and self-nominations are welcome provided the nomination is seconded by another member. Nominators and seconders must also be ASSCR members.
To be eligible for a committee position, a nominee must be 18 years or older and entitled to vote at a general meeting. Candidates for Vice President must also have previously served on the ASSCR committee, chaired an ASSCR subcommittee or held an executive role on another committee.
How to nominate
- Download and complete the official nomination form.
- Arrange for your nomination to be seconded by a fellow ASSCR member.
- Have the nominee sign to accept the nomination.
- Prepare a short biographical outline of the nominee (150 words maximum).
- Submit the completed form and biography to the ASSCR Returning Officer by email, fax or post.
Key date
Nominations close Friday 2 October 2026. Nominations sent by fax or post must also be flagged in advance by email to the Returning Officer, and a receipt will be issued once your nomination form is received.
Send nominations to the ASSCR Returning Officer at asscr@asnevents.net.au, or by post to ASSCR Returning Officer, ASN Events Pty Ltd, Level 2, 5 Queens Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004. For any queries, phone (03) 8658 9530.
The ASSCR committee relies on the energy and expertise of its members. If you are ready to take on a leadership role and help drive the Society forward, we encourage you to put your name forward or nominate a colleague today.
