Calling all Researchers! ORCID Researcher Advisory Council Nominations Now Open

I am excited to share an exciting opportunity for researchers to become involved in ORCID’s governance: serving on the ORCID Researcher Advisory Council.

ORCID Researcher Advisory Council (ORAC)—nominations now open

To ensure that we keep researchers at the center of everything we do at ORCID, our Board created the ORCID Researcher Advisory Council (ORAC) in 2021. ORAC is a diverse group of researchers who provide valuable perspective and advice to ORCID staff and the ORCID Board as we seek to ensure that ORCID provides value and utility to researchers and aids in the process of research and innovation.

ORAC members meet virtually twice a year. These meetings are generally an hour long; due to the wide distribution of timezones, meetings may take place outside of your standard working hours. In between meetings, Council members are invited to consult on topics as they arise. Council members serve for a two-year term.

 All meetings are conducted in English and applicants must be fluent in English.

Key Dates for ORAC Nominations

We will consider all nominations received by 26 June, 2026.

How to Apply

If you are interested in serving on ORAC, you may nominate yourself or a colleague (with their permission) by completing our nomination form.

• ORAC Nomination Form

Nominations must be received by 26 June.

All applications received for ORAC seats will be reviewed by ORCID staff, including the Executive Director and the Director of Product. Staff will give preference to researcher candidates who display two or more of the following characteristics:

• Are researchers knowledgeable and enthusiastic about ORCID
• Have a track record of advocating on behalf of ORCID in their communities
• Have experience or a keen interest in organizational governance

Please note that staff may follow up with you after you submit your application to schedule an interview or ask follow-up questions.

If you are unable to complete this online form, please send your responses to [email protected].

As an organization, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We strive to have a Council that reflects our diverse community, and we encourage individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups to apply to serve.

If you have specific questions about ORAC or the nominations process, you can email us at [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your nominations over the coming months.

If you are thinking about nominating yourself but aren’t sure or have questions, please get in touch at [email protected]. Remember, the deadline for nominations is 26 June, 2025.