IAOMS Call for Volunteers
Lead the Specialty. Shape the Future.
Let’s do the work, together.
IAOMS is opening a global Call for Volunteers to fill open spots on the Education, Research, and NextGen Committees.
As IAOMS deepens our connections to members worldwide, we want to ensure that every member has the opportunity to contribute at the leadership level. This is how our community comes together from around the world to advance the specialty: doing the work, together, for better.
We are inviting members at every career stage to help shape:
- The future of IAOMS education
- The global research agenda
- The development of young surgeon leaders
Quick Facts
- Application deadline: March 31, 2026
- Appointments announced: Mid-April 2026
- Term: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027 (committee meetings will begin in late April or Early May).
- Preferences: You may select two committees (in order).
- IAOMS committee volunteer roles require a pre-requisite of three consecutive years of IAOMS membership (member since 2024, renewed for 2026) and require volunteers to remain active IAOMS members.
- NextGen Committee applicants require a pre-requisite of one year of IAOMS Membership (member since 2025, renewed for 2026) and applicants must be under 40 years of age by December 31, 2026.
Education Committee
The IAOMS Education Committee oversees education activities, including Scientific Webinars, Podcasts, and Microlearning Video Series.
- Advising, planning, and executing online programs
- Content goals and speaker selection
- Program moderation
- Promoting IAOMS education to your network
- Ensuring programs meet the needs of the full spectrum of IAOMS members
Research Committee
The Research Committee assists the IAOMS Board of Directors in planning and implementing research programs and initiatives serving all member career levels to improve the quality and safety of healthcare worldwide.
- Identifying research projects, programs, and initiatives
- Advisement, planning, and execution of research programs, fellowships, and projects
- Sponsor outreach
- Promoting IAOMS research initiatives to your network
- Ensuring research supports NextGen/early-career, mid-career, and mature-career members
NextGen Committee
The IAOMS NextGen Committee connects OMF surgeons across the globe, cultivates young surgeon leaders, fosters networking opportunities, and increases international awareness of IAOMS.
- Acting as an IAOMS NextGen ambassador
- Promoting IAOMS and NextGen initiatives through personal connections and on social media
- Planning and implementing NextGen meetings and conferences (online and in person)
- Connecting with industry suppliers for IAOMS NextGen sponsorship opportunities
- Contributing videos, images, articles, educational content, and testimonials for IAOMS marketing and communications
- Supporting initiatives aligned with IAOMS Board direction
- Using IAOMS NextGen marketing materials to promote NextGen
Commitment Expectations
- Term: April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- Service: Eligible for up to three consecutive one-year terms
- Participation: Attend at least 75% of online committee meetings
- In-person: Participate in-person at ICOMS and your regional and national association's events when possible
This is a working committee structure. We are seeking members ready to contribute.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by each committee’s leaders. Recommendations will be submitted to the IAOMS Board of Directors for approval.
IAOMS is committed to geographic diversity, career-stage representation, and global inclusion.
How to Apply
Appointments announced: Mid-April 2026
Term begins: Immediately upon approval
- Select one or two committees in order of your preference.
- Submit a 200-word personal statement for each selected committee explaining why you want to serve.
- Optional: Add any additional comments that may help the committee understand your interest and fit.
IAOMS is strongest when members lead. If you’re ready to contribute your voice, experience, and energy, we invite you to apply.
