Get Involved: Serve on a SOCRA Committee
Looking for a way to get more involved with SOCRA? Committee service is an opportunity to share your expertise, connect with fellow clinical research professionals, and help shape the programs and initiatives that support SOCRA members around the world.
SOCRA committees play an important role in advancing the Society’s mission and bringing the member perspective into our work. Whether your interests are in advocacy, education, membership and chapters, or publications, there is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution.
Advocacy Committee
Promotes awareness of regulatory, legislative, and public policy issues impacting clinical research while supporting education and public understanding of the profession and protection of research participants.
Item Writers Committee
Supports the development and maintenance of the CCRP certification examination by creating, reviewing, and refining exam questions that reflect current clinical research practice. Committee members help ensure exam content is accurate, relevant, appropriately challenging, and aligned with the CCRP examination blueprint.
Interested in being an Item Writer? Contact certification@socra.org.
Education Committee
The SOCRA Education Committee supports the development and delivery of high-quality educational programs and resources for clinical research professionals. Committee members collaborate to identify learning needs, contribute to educational content, review program proposals, and support initiatives that promote professional growth, regulatory awareness, and research excellence. This role is ideal for members who are passionate about education, collaboration, and advancing the clinical research profession.
Membership and Chapter Relations Committee
Provides strategic guidance and oversight for SOCRA’s membership and chapter programs, helping strengthen engagement and connections between members, chapters, and leadership.
Publications Committee
Oversees the editorial direction and quality of SOCRA publications, supporting professional education through thought leadership, peer-reviewed content, and relevant industry insights.
Serving on a committee is a great way to contribute your expertise, build relationships within the SOCRA community, and support the continued growth of our organization. Applications for the next term will begin in spring 2027.