Scientific Assembly

         ASCLS-ID SCIENTIFIC ASSEMBLY POSITION DESCRIPTION

1. PURPOSE

• Coordinate Scientific Assembly. Maintain education contacts

2. TERM OF OFFICE

• 1 year

3. QUALIFICATIONS

• ASCLS Professional or Emeritus membership
• Recommended experience: Convention speaker chair, continuing education interest

4. DUTIES

• Designate individual SA chairs, assist convention committee chair, network
• Other duties performed: Provide and publicize opportunities

5. EXPECTATIONS

• Meeting Attendance: Attend Board and convention meetings when necessary
• Reports: Reports to the Board as needed, end of year report
• Deadlines: Newsletter and convention
• Average time commitment: Moderate depending on activities
• Travel: Board meetings and conventions
• Financial considerations: Convention attendance

6. RESOURCES

• Mentors: Board members, PACE, and previous chairs
• Materials: Computer (e-mail)
• Helpful Hints and Suggestions: Develop e-mail database. Keep a speaker/author file

7. BENEFITS

• Contributions to the profession: Provide continuing education for society. Opportunities to publish
• Skills developed and enhanced: Improved delegation and coordination skills. Contacts/Networking opportunities: Board meetings and membership as well as Regional and National contacts