Call for expressions of interest/nominations for
ISN-ACT Committee Members

The ISN welcomes expressions of interest/nominations for the position of member of the ISN-ACT (Advancing Clinical Trials) Committee. The members will start at the World Congress of Nephrology 2026 (WCN’26).

About the ISN-ACT Committee  

The aim of the ISN-ACT initiative is to guide and facilitate the increase of international high-quality clinical trials in nephrology to inform the optimal prevention and treatment of kidney disease and its complications for the benefit of patients. The ISN-ACT Committee does that through various activities and initiatives.

The ISN–ACT Committee aims to:

  • Community Building: Bring together people involved in clinical trials and related studies in nephrology.
  • Discussion & Knowledge sharing: Provide a forum for the discussion of key scientific, operational and analytical issues faced by clinical trial researchers in kidney diseases.
  • Capacity Building: Grow the capacity of the global nephrology community to conduct high quality clinical trials and studies by connecting researchers with different levels of experience, and through specific training and educational initiatives within the ISN framework.
  • Standardization & Quality: Develop ISN led and/or supported activities which help to improve and standardize high-quality trial conduct in nephrology.
  • Ethical Trial Support: Promote and support the development and execution of clinical trials in a highly ethical framework.
  • Regional Engagement: Increase the participation of ISN Regional Boards to consolidate local knowledge.
  • Oversight: Oversee the deliverables of ISN-ACT.

The ISN-ACT Committee works to protect the rights of clinical trial participants, both investigators and patients, particularly in developing countries.

The role  

  • Provide input on project development
  • Help align and prioritize ISN-ACT Network and Committee activities for effective implementation
  • Contribute to ISN-ACT projects and activities identified by the group.

Selection criteria  

  • Demonstrable experience in the field of nephrology research, particularly in clinical trials or related research activities
  • A track record of publications, participation in clinical research projects, or contributions to the advancement of nephrology-related research
  • Clear interest and active involvement in ISN initiatives and activities, such as prior participation in ISN programs, committees, or special projects
  • ISN member in good standing
  • In particular, we welcome applicants:
    • from the ISN regions of Africa, Eastern and Central Europe, the Middle East, NIS and Russia, North and East Asia, and Oceania and South East Asia (OSEA)
    • from low-income and upper-middle-income countries
  • Email accessible and able to regularly connect to conference calls
  • Apply by 5 p.m. CEST on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Thank you for your interest. The application process closed at 5 p.m. CEST on October 22. We encourage you to keep an eye out and apply for available positions at next year’s call for EOIs/nominations round.

Timeline

October
Application period opens
November
Positions decided by ISN leadership
December
Applicants notified of outcome

Learn more about:

For any questions, contact research@theisn.org, (cc: mmichael@theisn.org)

This form is currently closed for submissions.