Call for Volunteers
Year-round opportunities to volunteer your time with ISHLT
ISHLT offers several opportunities throughout the year for members to contribute their knowledge and expertise while engaging with colleagues around the globe. As a volunteer, you will work alongside other members and leaders across the field of advanced heart and lung disease to advance ISHLT’s mission and vision and enhance your leadership skills. ISHLT members who volunteer in leadership roles report a deeper connection to the ISHLT community and more satisfaction with their ISHLT membership. Approximately 20% of ISHLT’s membership has given their time to help further important strategic initiatives.
Questions
If you have questions about volunteering, the volunteer application process, or committees seeking volunteers, email information@ishlt.org or call +1-312-224-0022.
January
JHLT Open – Call for Editorial Leadership Applications. ISHLT seeks expressions of interest in serving as Associate Editors or on the Editorial Board. These talented volunteers assist the Editor-in-Chief (EIC) and Deputy Editor in continuing to grow this publication, helping to shape the future of transplantation globally. Time commitment if selected: 3 years.
May
Symposia Proposal Reviewers – Call for Applications. ISHLT members play a pivotal role in evaluating the quality and diversity of the ISHLT2027 symposia program for Sydney. Your expertise and insights are crucial. Time commitment if selected: 2 weeks.
May
Board of Directors – Call for Nominations. The 16-person ISHLT Board of Directors is responsible for managing the affairs of the Society and providing appropriate and effective governance and leadership of ISHLT. Time commitment if elected: 3 years.
July
Abstract Reviewers – Call for Applications. As ISHLT prepares for an exciting year of innovative research in Sydney, interested members are invited to apply to serve as Abstract Reviewers for ISHLT2027. This important volunteer activity lays the groundwork for future involvement with ISHLT. Time commitment if selected: 2 weeks.
July/August
Professional Community (PC) and Early Career and Trainee Committee (ECTC) Leadership – Call for Nominations. ISHLT members are organized into 10 Professional Communities in which they network, provide mentorship, share expertise, and advance knowledge in their specialty as it relates to the Society's mission. Submit your interest in becoming a representative for your PC. Time commitment if elected: 3 years.
November
ISHLT Committee Volunteers – Call for Applications. Committee volunteers help ensure member perspectives are reflected in ISHLT initiatives, policies, and programs. It also provides you with a direct, more strategic role, in advancing and guiding education, ethics, advocacy, research, standards, awards, membership, and other aspects of ISHLT’s strategic plan. Time commitment if selected: 1-3 years depending on Committee.
We encourage you to review your membership profile to keep your membership current and your profile up to date. All Physician, Non-Physician, and Trainee members in good standing can apply.
ISHLT promotes gender parity and regional, professional specialty, and career stage diversity in the Society, and works to ensure this is reflected in the organization’s volunteer leadership and opportunities.
Other opportunities
Additional ways to get involved with ISHLT include submitting symposium proposals, manuscripts to JHLT or JHLT Open, contributing to Standards and Guidelines documents, or connecting with your PC/IDN through ISHLTconnect