Nominations Open for SPR President-Elect

The Society for Pediatric Research (SPR) welcomes your nominations, including self-nominations, of Active Members for the President-Elect position (three-year term). Please nominate colleagues you believe will be excellent strategic SPR leaders.

This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to drive the organization’s mission, advocate for pediatric research, and support the next generation of physician-scientists. If you or a colleague is passionate about shaping the future of pediatric research, we encourage you to submit a nomination. The President-Elect will work closely with current SPR leadership to advance key initiatives, build multidisciplinary collaborations, and represent the diverse needs of our membership.

President-Elect: The President-elect supports the President and prepares to assume the role of President

  • Develop a complete understanding of Society vision, mission and strategy
  • Support the President in his/her efforts to generate enthusiasm and support among Council, Members and Collaborative Partners
  • Attend Executive Council and Council meetings
  • Attend Society events at the PAS Meeting and Regional SPR events, as requested
  • Represent SPR on the:
    • SPR PAS Working Group
    • PAS Program Committee
    • APS SPR Board of Directors
    • SPR Bridging to Success Award Committee
  • As requested, serve on and/or lead committees or workgroups or serve as SPR representative
  • Ensure a smooth leadership transition to President
  • One three-year term from September 1 to August 31 as follows: President-elect (year 1); President (year 2) Past President (year 3)
  • In the event of resignation, death, disability, or unwillingness to discharge responsibilities by the President, the current President-elect shall automatically succeed
  • Member in Good Standing upon nomination, at election, and throughout term
  • Travel: SPR funds transportation, room, and meals related to Fall Council.
  • If representing SPR in the absence of the SPR President, support extended to the President will be directed to the President-elect
  • Operations: Direction and implementation is provided by SPR staff

To nominate or self-nominate, please upload a CV and 250-word summary as to why the applicant or nominee is deserving of the role. Applicant or nominee must be an Active SPR Member in good standing. Nomination Deadline: March 2, 2026.

Nominate today

Need to know if someone is an SPR Member? Log into your membership record to access the SPR Membership Directory. All nominations will be considered by the SPR Nominating Committee as a slate is readied for the SPR election.

Questions?  Email the SPR Office or call 346-980-9710.

    • “As a pediatric critical care physician scientist, I have always valued SPR’s commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation in child health research. One of the highlights of my presidency was partnering with Todd Florin, MD, MSCE, our Strategy and Operations Officer, to develop the SPR Research Assemblies Pilot Program at PAS 2024. This initiative brought researchers from diverse backgrounds together, breaking down silos and fostering connections that have strengthened pediatric science. Leading SPR allows you to champion innovative programs like this and leave a lasting impact on our community.”
      Cristina M. Alvira, MD
      SPR Past President (2024-25)
    • “Serving as SPR President has been a deeply meaningful journey. Having been involved with SPR since 2002 as a trainee, I’ve seen the organization evolve and grow to support pediatric researchers in new and meaningful ways. SPR has always been a place where researchers can connect, collaborate, and find support, and leading the implementation of SPR’s new strategic plan has been an incredible opportunity to continue that legacy.

      The SPR President role has allowed me to drive initiatives that elevate our field and create pathways for the next generation of physician-scientists. If you are dedicated to advancing and shaping the field of pediatric research, I encourage you to submit a nomination for the President-Elect role.”
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      Brenda Poindexter, MD, MS
      SPR Past President (2025-26)

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