Becoming a member of the Chilean Society for Cell Biology
The Chilean Society for Cell Biology (SBCCh) calls researchers and professionals focused on the Cell Biology field, both in scientific, technical, and applied aspects, who wish to become members without any limitation of sex, nationality, or condition.
The member categories and the eligibility for each are as follows:
Active Member
Applicants must hold an academic position in a research institution and must have received their doctoral degree at least two years before submitting their application. Applicants must have a proven track record of independent research and must directly supervise undergraduate or graduate students.
Applicants must directly and formally express their interest to the Membership Director (Carmen Gloria Feijoo, email: cfeijoo@unab.cl) by August 31st, providing the following information:
- Letter of intention
- Updated CV
- Letter of support from a SBCCh active member
Adjunct Member
Applicants must hold the quality of post-doctoral fellow or demonstrate a remarkable record of dedication to the scientific dissemination and/or education in Cell Biology.
Applicants must directly and formally express their interest to the Membership Director (Carmen Gloria Feijoo, email: cfeijoo@unab.cl) by August 31st, providing the following information:
- Letter of intention
- Updated CV
- Letter of support from a SBCCh active member
Honorary Member
This membership category is intended for persons having an outstanding performance supporting diverse aspects of the Cell Biology field.
Members of this category must be proposed by an active member or by the SBCCh Board, and formally accepted by the nominee. Proposals will be accepted at any time of the year.
- The acceptance of active and adjunct members will be the prerogative of the SBCCh Board. The incorporation of honorary members will be decided by agreement in a General Assembly.
- The Adjunct and honorary members will not have any obligation with the SBCCh, therefore they will not pay dues or be eligible for positions in it. They will have a voice right in the General Assemblies, and will be periodically informed of the institution’s progress and will have the right to attend its public events.
- Post-doctoral fellows may request their incorporation as active members after two years as adjunct members.