Call for expressions of interest/nominations for
ISN iNET-CKD Committee Members 

The ISN welcomes expressions of interest/nominations for the positions of members of the ISN iNET-CKD (International Network of Chronic Kidney Disease Cohort Studies) Committee. The positions will start at the World Congress of Nephrology 2025.

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 iNET-CKD’s goals 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.

Selection Criteria 

• The applicant must be a coordinator (or investigator) of a cohort meeting the iNET-CKD Membership Eligibility criteria. Previous experience and knowledge of ISN iNET-CKD’s work will be an advantage.
• Demonstrated interest in the research of chronic kidney disease (CKD) 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 prior involvement in ISN activities is a plus.
• A collaborative mindset is important, as members are expected to work closely with a global network of researchers and contribute to ongoing discussions, proposals, and project implementations.
• ISN member in good standing, with up-to-date membership status.
• Email accessible and able to regularly connect to conference calls.
• Apply by 5 p.m. CEST on Friday, October 18, 2024

Timeline

To learn more about:

• Research at the ISN, click here 
• The ISN iNET-CKD, click here
• The ISN iNET-CKD Committee, click here
• This position, or if you have questions, email research@theisn.org, cc: amassand@theisn.org