Application for National ACS Committee Appointment
The process for selecting ACS Council–related committee appointments for 2027 is now underway. If you are interested in serving on an ACS Committee, please complete the online committee preference form, which allows you to indicate your committee interests, background, and relevant experience.
The form is available at http://www.cmte.acs.org and will remain open through July 6, 2026. As you submit your preferences, please keep the following in mind:
Individuals completing a term or reaching a committee’s statutory limit are strongly encouraged to submit the form to reaffirm their interest in continued service.
Your ACS membership must be in good standing to complete your committee preferences.
Please select only those committees for which you can actively engage and attend meetings, whether virtually or in person. ACS committees are working committees; attendance (virtually or in-person) and participation at committee and subcommittee meetings are important.
Most initial appointments are one‑year, non‑voting associate positions. Associates must submit the form each year to be considered for reappointment.
Consultants are appointed for one‑year terms and must have a clearly defined role or project.
* Associates and consultants participate fully in discussions and subcommittee work but do not vote on official committee motions.
As part of the appointment process, the Committee on Committees (ConC) seeks broad representation across the Society. Diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives help ensure ACS remains effective and forward‑looking. We encourage local section and division officers to share this information to promote wider participation. All preference submissions are reviewed by ConC as it prepares recommendations during the ACS Fall Meeting. Final appointments are made by the ACS President and/or Board Chair in late fall. While not all applicants can be appointed, each submission will receive full consideration. If you need assistance, please contact the Office of the Secretary at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest and for your service to the Society.
