• Apply to Serve on an IASP Committee or Working Group

  • IASP is seeking volunteers to serve on its committees and working groups.

    Volunteers play a vital role in advancing IASP’s mission to bring together scientists, clinicians, health care providers, and policymakers to support the study of pain and translate knowledge into improved pain relief worldwide.

    Members may apply for up to two committee or working group opportunities. Applications will be reviewed by the IASP Committee on Committees.

    The application deadline is 30 June 2026.

    Most volunteer work occurs by email and virtual meetings. English is the official language for IASP activities. Early career members, people with lived experience, and members from low- and middle-income countries are especially encouraged to apply.

    Please review the committee and working group descriptions linked below before selecting your preferred volunteer opportunities.

    Available opportunities:

    • Publications Committee
    • Digital Strategy and Content Working Group
    • Education Programs Working Group
    • Fellowships, Grants, and Awards Working Group
    • Global Advocacy Working Group
    • Low- and Middle-Income Countries Working Group
    • Membership and Chapters Committee
    • Ethical Review Board
    • Nominations Committee


    Applicants should complete the form below and upload a PDF CV or biosketch, two pages maximum.

  • Applicant Information

  • Gender Identity
  • Do you self-identify as a person with lived experience of pain?
  • Are you a trainee or early career member?*
  • Committee / Working Group Selection

  • 0/250
  • 0/200
  • Publications Committee

  • 0/200
  • 0/200
  • Digital Strategy and Content Working Group

  • 0/200
  • 0/250
  • Education Programs Working Group

  • 0/200
  • 0/250
  • Fellowships, Grants, and Awards Working Group

  • 0/200
  • 0/250
  • Global Advocacy Working Group

  • 0/200
  • 0/250
  • Low- and Middle-Income Countries Working Group

  • 0/200
  • 0/200
  • 0/200
  • Membership and Chapters Committee

  • 0/200
  • 0/250
  • Ethical Review Board

  • 0/200
  • 0/250
  • Nominations Committee

  • 0/200
  • Availability and Commitment

  • Most committee and working group business is conducted by email and virtual meetings. Are you able to participate actively in this format?*
  • Are you willing to participate in virtual meetings across time zones?*
  • Are you willing to complete IASP’s disclosure of interest process if selected?*
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