Membership · Individual
Full Member
Full professional membership for established researchers with a recognisable research history.
Full Membership is open to doctoral degree holders of accredited universities and institutions with more than two years of academic, research or industrial experience, or to master's degree holders with more than five years, in each case with a recognisable research history in publications, books and comparable outputs.
Full Members meet the baseline competencies of the association and are expected to contribute to it — by peer-reviewing, editing or organising symposia.
Eligibility
- A doctoral degree with more than two years of academic, research or industrial experience, or a master's degree with more than five years
- A recognisable research history in publications, books and comparable outputs
- A proven record of publication as first or corresponding author in indexed, peer-reviewed international journals
- Evidence of independent research capability — managing projects, securing grants or holding intellectual property
- Adherence to scientific integrity, citation transparency and conflict-of-interest policies
Benefits
- Voting rights, governance and committee appointments
- Access to member directories, leadership opportunities and eligibility for special interest groups
- Complimentary Faculty Development Programmes and workshops, with certification
- Opportunities to serve as a resource person at educational events and workshops
- Leadership roles as convenor, patron or advisor in the association's initiatives
- Access to seminars, workshops and conferences on developments in the field
- Exposure to job openings, internships and career advancement through the association's network
- Access to research, articles and publications
How to apply
- Prepare a current curriculum vitae, proof of published papers and degree certificates.
- Submit these with a detailed statement of research objectives.
- Approval by the Membership Committee. At least five years of cognate research experience is required.