The Society of Biological Psychiatry offers meaningful opportunities for members to engage with the scientific community beyond the annual meeting. Joining an SOBP committee is an excellent way to contribute to the Society’s mission, support its initiatives, and help shape the future of our field. Committee participation is entirely voluntary and offers a meaningful way to engage with the SOBP community.. We encourage members at all career stages to consider applying to serve on one of the Society’s standing committees. Your participation can make a lasting impact.

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Committees

A. E. Bennett Award

Review and approve applications for the annual A.E. Bennett award.

Education

Develop & implement educational programs, focus on younger members and attendees, help facilitate mentorship activities. Education Subcommittees include the Trainee Subcommittee, which plans the Early Career Hour and Trainee Social events at the Annual Meeting.

Nominating

Tasked with nominating candidates for the elected offices of President and Councilor-at-Large.

Program

The Program Committee is responsible for the review and approval of all new abstract submissions and to make selections on the program content and presentations at the Annual Meeting.

Travel Award

The training of a new generation of psychiatric academicians is a major objective of the Society of Biological Psychiatry.  Participation in professional meetings, in which new information is exchanged and contacts are made, can have a critical impact on the career of a developing clinician-scientist.  In recognition of the importance of academic exchange, the Society of Biological offers annual Travel Fellowships.

Committee for the Advancement of Women in Leadership (CAWL)

The Committee on Advancing Women in Leadership provides a platform for change that recognizes the challenges faced by women, raises awareness of implicit gender biases, and offers women opportunities and tools for advancement and leadership. The Committee’s objectives are to provide leadership training and peer support to senior women in our field and nurture and promote junior women.

Community Engagement Committee

The Committee is responsible for fostering connections among SOBP members and conference attendees by organizing social events, career development activities, and informal discussions that enhance professional relationships and scientific exchange. The committee plans and hosts networking opportunities, such as fireside chats, mentorship and career-focused sessions, to facilitate meaningful conversations between early-career and established professionals. Through these initiatives, the committee creates an engaging environment where members can share ideas, seek guidance, and build lasting professional relationships within the SOBP community.