Open Forum

Dear SCB Conservation Genetics Working Group Members,

Help shape the future of conservation genetics! We are now accepting self-nominations for two board positions: Treasurer and Secretary. Nominations are due on the 30th of September, 2025. 

About the Roles

All board members contribute towards the vision and mission of the SCB Conservation Genetics Working Group. The aim of the CGWG is to promote the incorporation of genetic studies into the wider field of conservation and to improve the way results of genetic studies are communicated to the broader conservation audience. In addition, board members in elected roles fulfill the following duties: 

• Treasurer – Submit the annual budget to SCB and handle reimbursements for group activities.
  
  

• Secretary – Maintain documentation for board meetings.
  
  

Board Service

• New officers first serve as "elect" for up to six months, then transition into their role for a two-year term (~Nov 1, 2025 – Oct 31, 2027).
  
  

• All board members attend monthly Zoom meetings, co-design and develop working group projects (e.g., developing conference sessions, workshops, conservation genetics resources, or peer-reviewed articles).
  
  

• Average time commitment: 1-3 hours per month, with increased involvement leading up to SCB conferences or projects.
  
  

Eligibility

• Applicants must be members of SCB and CGWG. (How to join CGWG)
  
  

• Conservation researchers (e.g., academics, graduate students) or practitioners (e.g., government employees, NGO representatives) who are interested in the application of genetic data to conservation management and/or policy are encouraged to apply.
  
  

• Applicants must agree to CGWG by-laws prior to accepting their position.
  
  

How to Apply

Email your application to Stephanie Galla (stephaniegalla@boisestate.edu) by 30 September 2025. Only self-nominations are accepted.

Please include:

1. Name
   
   

2. Affiliation(s)
   
   

3. Nationality
   
   

4. City & Country of residence
   
   

5. Phone number
   
   

6. Organization
   
   

7. Email address
   
   

8. Biographical sketch (≤300 words) outlining relevant experience, qualifications, and reasons for interest.
   
   

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to current president Stephanie Galla (stephaniegalla@boisestate.edu) and incoming president Meixi Lin (meixilin@berkeley.edu). 

Thank you for being part of SCB and the Conservation Genetics Working Group!

Sincerely,

The SCB Conservation Genetics Working Group

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Lee Munger
Society for Conservation Biology
Washington DC
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