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Microbiology Society is looking to find a new voluntary Chair of its Audit, Risk and Evaluation Committee Please see the role description below along with the Terms of Reference for the Committee.

Chair of Audit, Risk and Evaluation Committee Role Description

To make an application, please email the following to [email protected]

• A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that answers the following questions:
  - Why do you want to be the Chair of the Audit Risk and Evaluation Committee for the Microbiology Society?
  - How do your skills and expertise align with the role profile and candidate description detailed in the role description.
• Your CV (no more than three sides)

The deadline is 30 July 2026.

Please do let us know if you have any questions about the role by emailing Joanne Manning, Chief Operations Officer at [email protected]

Our Governance Shadowing Scheme gives members an exclusive opportunity to gain insight into the inner workings of the Society. By experiencing first-hand the activities and decision-making processes of key governing groups of the organisation, members can add to their CV, gain a wealth of knowledge, get a glimpse behind the scenes, and network with other microbiology leaders. Apply now to find out more about the way we work, so that you can strengthen your future nomination and go on to contribute to the leadership of the organisation through serving on Governance Shadowing Scheme.

Find out more and apply on the Governance Shadowing Scheme page.

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We welcome applicants with demonstrated excellence in multidisciplinary research spanning microbiology and adjacent fields. We are seeking candidates who have demonstrated excellence in a field relevant to the journal, maintain an active research profile, and have an excellent network of international contacts across a range of specialties. Applicants should have previous editorial experience, preferably with Microbiology Society journals, and a demonstrated understanding of the wider publishing landscape and trends in academia.

If you’re interested in joining the Microbiology Horizons board, please send your expression of interest to [email protected] with your CV and a cover letter by Sunday 27 September 2026.

Please see the role description below to find out more about this position:

Editor in Chief and Deputy Editor in Chief role description 2026.pdf

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We are seeking candidates who have demonstrated excellence in a field relevant to the journal scope, maintain an active research profile, and have an excellent network of international contacts in a range of specialties. Applicants should have previous editorial experience, preferably with Microbiology Society journals, and a demonstrated understanding of the wider publishing landscape and trends in academia.

If you’re interested in joining the Microbiology board, please send your expression of interest to [email protected] with your CV and a cover letter by Sunday 27 September 2026.

 Please see the role description below to find out more about this position:

Editor in Chief and Deputy Editor in Chief role description 2026.pdf

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We welcome applicants with demonstrated excellence across the breadth of virology. We are seeking candidates who have demonstrated excellence in a field relevant to the journal, maintain an active research profile, and have an excellent network of international contacts across a range of specialties. Applicants should have previous editorial experience, preferably with Microbiology Society journals, and a demonstrated understanding of the wider publishing landscape and trends in academia.

If you’re interested in joining the Journal of General Virology board, please send your expression of interest to [email protected] with your CV and a cover letter by Sunday 27 September 2026.

 Please see the role description below to find out more about this position:

Editor in Chief and Deputy Editor in Chief role description 2026.pdf

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We are seeking candidates who have demonstrated excellence in a field relevant to the platforms scope, maintain an active research profile, and have an excellent network of international contacts in a range of specialties. Applicants should have previous editorial experience, preferably with Microbiology Society journals, and a demonstrated understanding of the wider publishing landscape and trends in academia.

If you’re interested in joining the Access Microbiology board, please send your expression of interest to [email protected] with your CV and a cover letter by Sunday 27 September 2026.

Please see the role description below to find out more about this position:

Editor in Chief and Deputy Editor in Chief role description 2026.pdf