Call for expressions of interest for
ISN iNET-CKD Committee, Members
The ISN welcomes expressions of interest for the position of members of the ISN iNET-CKD (International Network of Chronic Kidney Disease Cohort Studies) Committee. The new members will start their 2-year term at the World Congress of Nephrology 2027 (WCN’27).
About the ISN iNET-CKD Committee
The purpose of the iNET-CKD is to enhance understanding of CKD progression and how its consequences can be addressed through collaboration among study investigators implementing observational research studies in CKD.
The objectives of the ISN iNET-CKD Committee are to:
- Promote and enhance research opportunities using patient-level data and bio-samples to understand CKD progression and outcomes;
- Enhance research capacity around the world through education, especially as pertains to the conduct of observational cohort studies of CKD;
- Assist investigators establish CKD cohort studies.
The iNET-CKD are formed to exchange expertise, organize training, and facilitate collaborative research. The three principal activities are:
- Exchange of expertise: Sharing research tools and technologies
- Training: Training junior and senior researchers
- Collaborative research: Multinational research collaborations
The role
- The role and responsibilities of iNET-CKD Committee members include to:
- provide input on project development;
- contribute to identifying the priorities for the Network;
- contribute to iNET-CKD projects identified by the group with its cohort study if/when possible;
- contribute to the growth of the group, currently made up of 32 cohort studies, by identifying possible cohorts that contribute to the iNET-CKD Membership Eligibility criteria.
Eligibility and selection criteria
- The applicant must be a coordinator (or investigator) of a cohort meeting the iNET-CKD Membership Eligibility criteria. Previous experience with and knowledge of ISN iNET-CKD’s work will be considered as an advantage.
- Demonstrated interest in chronic kidney disease (CKD) research and related fields. A track record of relevant research publications, clinical trials, or contributions to CKD cohort studies will be considered an asset.
- Active participation or previous involvement in ISN activities is a plus.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to work closely with a global network of researchers and contribute to ongoing discussions, proposals, and project implementation.
- Current 2026 ISN membership in good standing.
- ISN membership must be renewed for 2027 before the appointment begins and remain active throughout the term of appointment.
- We welcome and will consider applications from all eligible ISN members interested in this position. To address existing gaps in the group’s composition, we particularly encourage applications:
- from the ISN regions of Africa, Eastern and Central Europe, the Middle East, and NIS and Russia
- from low-income and lower-middle-income countries
- with technical or subject-matter expertise that would complement the current group
- Email accessible and able to regularly connect to conference calls
- Apply by midnight CET on Thursday, October 29, 2026
Apply
To apply for this position, please:
- complete the form at the Apply Now button below
- upload to the form your short CV (maximum 4 pages)
- upload to the form your statement (maximum 500 words) explaining your relevant skills and experience, and why you wish to be considered for the position.
Additional information
The positions will start at WCN’27 for an initial term of approximately 2-years until WCN’29. The positions may be renewed for up to two further terms, to a maximum of approximately 6-years (note: renewal is not automatic and based on working group’s needs).
Timeline
Learn more about:
- research at the ISN, click here
- the ISN iNET-CKD
- the ISN iNET-CKD Committee
- this position, or if you have questions, email Anushka Massand at [email protected] cc: [email protected]