SGS Committees

At present, SGS has nine standing committees: the Communications Committee, Executive Committee, Education Committee, Finance Committee, Membership Committee, Nominating Committee, Postgraduate Committee, Research Committee, and Scientific Program Committee.

Each year in late October or early November, SGS conducts a Call for Volunteers to serve on various committees. The vacancies and open positions vary from year to year based on member terms and other society developments. The general term of service on SGS committees is three years, which begins immediately after the spring SGS Annual Meeting.

Current Openings (September 2025)

We're looking for volunteers to serve on SGS Committees! While most committee terms begin immediately following the Annual Scientific Meeting and run for 3 years (April 2026 – March 2029) we do have specific committee needs with earlier start dates.

Read below for a brief description of committees with open positions and submit your interest in serving on an SGS committee!

Advocacy - Women First Research Coalition

SGS recently joined more than a dozen other societies are a member of the WFRC. WFRC advocates for the increased federal investment in women’s health research, including for obstetrics and gynecology, and supports policies that ensure an adequate women’s health research workforce, including the participation of women in that workforce. SGS welcomes members who have experience or proven interest in advocacy to join this new advocacy team. The coalition meets virtually on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 5pm Eastern. More information can be found here.

If you have experience and are interested in either of these opportunities, please send a brief statement of interest and CV to [email protected] (abbreviated CV pr bio sketch strongly preferred).

Education Committee

The Education Committee assesses the needs of members and non-members with input from the Board of Directors to identify those services and product opportunities that bring value to the Society. After approval of projects by the Board, the committee will develop programs, products, and services that support the SGS strategic plan and will work closely with SGS staff to identify resources to design and implement them. Visit the website for more details about current products and services.

Current Vacancy: 1 At-Large Active Member to serve a three-year term, starting April 2026

Industry Advisory Group

The Industry Advisory Group helps to maximize potential collaborations with industry that would best serve SGS membership and the success of the Society. The IAG serves as a bridge between the SGS Board of Directors and industry partners to best serve the interests of both parties. The IAG aids staff in promoting current educational and research sponsorships and soliciting industry support for the SGS mission. The IAG seeks representation from a variety of surgical subspecialties.

Current Vacancy: 1 or more At-Large Active Members (terms on the IAG are up to three-years and start dates may vary)

Membership Committee

The Membership Committee reviews new member applications and related required materials and submits recommendations to the Board of Directors. The committee is also the primary group charged with recruitment of new members in general gynecology and in all subspecialty areas of gynecologic surgery (with special attention to encouraging applications from under-represented minorities), retention of current members, and fostering mentorship programs.

Current Vacancy: 1 At-Large Active Member and 1 Associate Member to serve a three-year term, starting April 2026

Nominating Committee

The Nominating Committee performs an essential role in helping identify and select future leadership of society, and candidates who have broad familiarity with SGS members are particularly sought. Candidates for service on this committee must have been Active or Life members in good standing for a minimum of three (3) years and have previously served on the SGS Board or an SGS Committee.

Current Vacancy: 1 At-Large Active Member to start April 2026, to serve a two-year term

Publications Committee

The Publications Committee reviews and approves all documents intended for dissemination that emanate from works done by groups within SGS and bearing the SGS name. The committee reviews documents from the Systematic Review Group (SRG), Pelvic Anatomy Group, the Fellows Pelvic Research Network (FPRN) and the Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS).

Current Vacancy: Up to two At-Large Members and up to 1 Associate member, to serve a three-year term, starting April 2026

Research Committee

The Research Committee promotes and communicates high quality research in gynecologic surgery and helps facilitate evidence-based practice for all gynecologic surgeons. The projects undertaken by the Research Committee may be suggested to the Board of Directors for approval and/or may be designated by the Board of Directors based on the Society’s current needs. The Research Committee officially oversees SGS Research engines including the Systematic Review Group (SRG), the Fellows Pelvic Research Network (FPRN) and the Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS). The committee is also responsible for review, selection and approval of requests for survey distribution at the SGS Annual Scientific Meeting. and acting as senior advisors for the SGS Fellows Pelvic Research Network.

Current Vacancy: 1 At-Large Active Member and 1 Associate Member to serve a three-year term, starting April 2026

SGS considers diversity in identifying and selecting committee volunteers.

Submit your application by providing a personal statement of interest, and an abbreviated CV or bio-sketch to [email protected] by Friday, October 3. Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their submission on or before November 1.