Hi all, I hope this email finds you all well. As we celebrate our society's commitment to the conservation and study of marine mammals, we are thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for 2-3 passionate and dedicated individuals to become part of the Nominations and Elections Committee for the Society for Marine Mammalogy. About the Society for Marine Mammalogy: The Society for Marine Mammalogy (https://marinemammalscience.org)<https://marinemammalscience.org)%20is> is a global community of researchers, educators, and enthusiasts dedicated to the advancement of marine mammal science and conservation. With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, our society plays a vital role in fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among professionals in the field. Position: Elections Committee Member Role Overview: As a member of the Elections Committee, you will contribute to the democratic process of our society by facilitating the election of key positions within the organization. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about marine mammal research and wish to actively contribute to the growth and success of our community. Workload for these positions is low and on as-need basis. We are especially interested in ECRs for these positions. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with fellow committee members to organize and execute the society's election process. Review and verify nominations for various positions within the society. Ensure a fair and transparent election process, adhering to established guidelines. Communicate effectively with society members regarding election-related matters. Qualifications: * Active membership in the Society for Marine Mammalogy. * Strong communication skills. * Commitment to maintaining the integrity and fairness of the election process. * Enthusiasm for supporting the society's mission and values. How to Apply: If you are interested in joining the Elections Committee and making a meaningful contribution to the society, please submit your resume and a brief outline (max 300 words) of why you are interested in joining the committee to elections@marinemammalscience.org<mailto:elections@marinemammalscience.org> by 15th December. We look forward to welcoming dynamic individuals to our Nominations & Elections Committee and working together to further the goals of the Society for Marine Mammalogy. Kind regards, Katharina Dr Katharina J. Peters Chair, Elections and Nominations Committee, Society for Marine Mammalogy Lecturer in Biological Sciences (Career Development Fellowship) School of Earth, Atmospheric and Life Sciences University of Wollongong Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia E katharinap@uow.edu.au<mailto:katharinap@uow.edu.au> | P 02 42392058 | L 35.G01D Website<https://katharinajpeters.weebly.com/> | UoW Profile<https://scholars.uow.edu.au/katharina-peters> | GoogleScholar<https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=7QWvsMUAAAAJ&hl=en> | Twitter<https://twitter.com/kjopeters> | ResearchGate<https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Katharina-Peters-3> | LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/in/katharina-j-peters-b47b5370/?trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile_pic> I may send emails outside of ‘normal’ working hours but please know that I do not expect a response outside of your own working hours.