MRS Board Leadership
MRS Board of Directors Applications Now Open!
The Materials Research Society currently seeks candidates for the MRS Board of Directors. If you are passionate about cultivating a professional society committed to engaging members across generations to advance their careers and promote materials research and innovation, we invite you to apply.
2024-2025 MRS Candidate Leadership Guide
The MRS Candidate Leadership Guide provides details about the responsibilities, expectations, and time commitment, as well as the competencies, experience, and expertise we are seeking in our Board members. Individuals who possess the competencies, experience, and expertise identified in the guide are highly encouraged to apply.
Application Form
All applicants for the Board of Directors and Officer roles must submit a complete application.
Per the MRS Bylaws, to be considered for a position on the MRS Board of Directors, you must be an MRS member in good standing. Those who apply but are not a current member will be contacted by MRS Staff to reconcile their membership status before their application is considered.
Board of Director Candidate Application
Application deadline is May 15, 2025
Board of Directors
The MRS Board of Directors is composed of elected officers and directors. Directors are elected for three-year terms with one third of the board changing each year. The president-elect serves three years (as president-elect, president and past president); the secretary is elected for a three-year term; and the treasurer is appointed by the Board for a three-year term. Members of the Board may serve on the Board’s committees (Executive, Finance and Audit, Governance, Talent Development), Board task forces or other ad hoc efforts commissioned by the Board.
Click here to view the current MRS Board of Directors.