Resident member of the Annals of Family Medicine Editorial Advisory Board
Apply for this exciting resident leadership position with a prominent clinical research journal.
If you’re looking for a chance to meet primary care leaders and learn the inner workings of a peer-reviewed medical journal, apply for this resident leadership position during the next application cycle.
The Annals of Family Medicine is a peer-reviewed clinical research journal dedicated to advancing knowledge essential to understanding and improving health and primary care. Published in print and online six times a year, the journal seeks to identify and address important questions in health and the provision of patient-centered, prioritized, high-quality health care. It publishes original research, methodology and theory as well as essays from reflective clinicians, patients, families, communities and policymakers.
Applications are reviewed by the AAFP Resident and Student Leadership Screening/Selection Committee and appointed by the AAFP Board of Directors.
The Editorial Advisory Board consists of more than 20 members, including leaders in primary care, primary care research, health care, health and medical education.
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Application deadline: Applications close Aug. 14, 2026
Term: September 15, 2026 – September 14, 2027
Prerequisites required: None
Position responsibilities
Attend one meeting per year, usually held in the fall in conjunction with the annual meeting of the North American Primary Care Research Group (NAPCRG).
Participate in an activity of interest to you and the journal. This could include helping develop and maintain the journal's social media presence, writing Annals Journal Club questions, or other.
Candidates for this position are appointed by the AAFP Board of Directors at the recommendation of the AAFP Resident and Student Screening/Selection Committee.
Required elements of the application include:
- Completed application form
- Letter of Interest
- Letter of support from your program director
- Support form completed by your AAFP chapter (state or constituent chapter)
- Completed conflict of interest disclosure
- Photo
Letters and forms can be uploaded or requested through the online application system. For detailed information on application materials, visit the How to Apply page. Connect with your chapter after you decide to apply soon as some chapters have additional requirements before you can apply. Candidates will be notified of their selection by October 31.
Questions? Contact AAFP leadership staff at getinvolved@aafp.org.