OMA Program - Call for Experts

AOAC INTERNATIONAL

CALL FOR EXPERTS

The AOAC Official Methods of Analysis SM (OMA) Program is currently seeking experts to appoint in several areas as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Expert Review Panel (ERP) members to evaluate candidate methods for Official Methods of Analysis SM (OMA) Program. This Call for Experts is open to all interested candidates representing international and domestic organizations.

Eligibility Criteria All experts are expected to serve with the highest integrity and without direct or indirect conflicts of interest. All members of the ERP are expected to actively participate in ERP meetings and to perform duties and reviews in timely fashion. All members should maintain strict adherence to review timelines and deadlines. Selection is based upon the following criteria: • Proven expertise of the specific subject matter • Knowledge and understanding of AOAC’s Guidelines, references, and program processes.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS (SMEs) Consulting Services - Validation Testing Protocols and Plans

Subject Matter Experts assist in testing protocol development, peer review of the validation study manuscript, and supporting documentation. Subject Matter Experts will participate as volunteers and will review protocols and validation reports for proprietary and commercial methods currently seeking validation through the AOAC Official Methods of Analysis SM (OMA) Program. All reviews are coordinated electronically, and subject matter experts do not need to attend any in-person meetings but must be available for teleconference, if needed.

Must be willing to travel to in- person meetings. Must be knowledgeable in English, it is the procedural language in AOAC INTERNATIONAL. Must be willing to work with electronic tools and E-books for the review of documents and interactive virtual meetings via audio and/or web.

•

•

EXPERT REVIEW PANEL MEMBERS AOAC Official Methods of Analysis SM (OMA) Program

•

Subject Matter Experts assist in testing protocol development, peer review of the validation study manuscript, and supporting documentation. Subject Matter Experts will participate as volunteers and will review protocols and validation reports for proprietary and commercial methods currently seeking validation through the AOAC Official Methods of Analysis SM (OMA) Program.

SUBMISSION CRITERIA New experts are requested to submit the following: • Complete online application. • Indicate your interested subject matter areas. • A summary of expertise for the subject matter areas selected. • Upload a detailed curriculum vitae. • Please read AOAC’s Privacy Policy submitting your application. The AOAC Official Methods Board (OMB) appoints vetted members to participate as subject matter experts and/or expert review panel members. All vetted experts serve at the pleasure of the President of AOAC INTERNATIONAL. Areas of Expertise Low Lactose ● Veterinary Drug Residues ● Sulfites in Seafood ● Microbiology ● Gluten● Anthocyanins ● Flavanols ● Food Allergens – Egg, Milk, and Peanut AOAC INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING & EXPOSITION | SEPTEMBER 6-12, 2019 | DENVER, CO USA EXPERT REVIEW PANELS  AOAC Expert Review Panel for Microbiology for Foods and Environmental Surfaces  AOAC Expert Review Panel for Low Lactose Sugars  AOAC Expert Review Panel for Veterinary Drug Residues

Our Preliminary Program is available online!

AOAC INTERNATIONAL 2275 Research Blvd, Suite 300 Rockville, MD 20850

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit www.aoac.org / Call for Experts

T: 1 301-924-7077 F: 1 301-924-7089 www.aoac.org