The Society of Toxicology (SOT) recently reviewed the membership applications that were completed by our May 1 deadline, and we would like to extend a very warm welcome to our new and upgrading members!
There are many benefits to your new SOT membership. Membership at any level provides distinction and recognition among your peers, as well as members-only access to the SOT website, ToXchange (the online member network), the SOT Job Bank, and Mentor Match, and important communications about your Society and discipline. As a member, you receive discounted registration for the SOT Annual Meeting and a reduced rate for the Toxicological Sciences journal. You also are eligible for many prestigious awards, grants, and fellowships offered by SOT and its Endowment Fund, Regional Chapters, Special Interest Groups, and Specialty Sections.
As a Student Member, you are eligible to participate in the Graduate Student Leadership Committee. The GSLC regularly disseminates information about internships, awards, fellowships, and career tips. You also are eligible to serve as a student representative for a Regional Chapter, Specialty Section, Special Interest Group, or SOT Committee. SOT Student members receive one Specialty Section membership and one Special Interest Group membership at no cost.
As a Postdoctoral Member, you are included in the Postdoctoral Assembly, which is a great resource for scientific growth, networking, and career advancement. You are eligible to serve as a postdoctoral representative for a Regional Chapter, Specialty Section, Special Interest Group, or SOT Committee, and you receive membership in one Specialty Section and one Special Interest Group at no cost.
As an Associate Member, you are eligible for leadership opportunities on many of SOT’s appointed committees that foster the development of the strategic initiatives of the Society. You may serve in the President or Treasurer chain of a Regional Chapter, Special Interest Group, or Specialty Section, and you may chair sessions at the SOT Annual Meeting.
As a Full Member, you have all the membership benefits of an Associate Member plus increased opportunity to help shape the future and direction of the Society. You are eligible to hold leadership positions including elected membership on the SOT Council. You also receive voting privileges and the ability to sponsor applicants for SOT membership.
Did you miss the May deadline? Not to worry! There is another full review coming up in September—be sure to have your completed application submitted by September 1.
For more information, please contact SOT Membership Services at SOT Headquarters or 703.438.3115.