Members of The Endocrine Society represent the full range of disciplines associated with endocrinology, and are predominantly classified as Basic Researcher, Clinical Researcher, Clinical Practitioner, Trainee, Associate or Student.

Active Member
The Endocrine Society welcomes applications for Active Membership from professionals who have a commitment to endocrine research, practice or education; hold a doctoral degree in a related field; and meet at least one of the following four criteria:

1. Published Author — You have published meritorious endocrine-related work in peer-reviewed, internationally recognized journals, and you are the first (or senior) author on at least one of these publications.
   Documentation to support application: Curriculum Vitae* including a list of your publications with bibliographic references.
   
2. Board Certified Physician — You are Board-certified (or Board eligible) by your nation’s accreditation body in one of the following areas: Endocrinology, Diabetes or Metabolism; Pediatric Endocrinology; or Obstetrics/Gynecology.
   Documentation to support application: Proof of Board certification (or proof of Fellowship Completion) or in-country license to practice in one of the above listed areas.
   
3. Educator — You have made an ongoing, significant contribution to the teaching of endocrinology with at least five years experience as a clinical or basic science instructor of undergraduate or higher-level students or your in-house staff.
   Documentation to support application: Curriculum Vitae* and list of topics, dates, frequency and audience of teaching activities.
   
4. Other — You hold a doctorate degree and have interests, involvement and contributions made in the field of endocrinology.
   Documentation to support application: Curriculum Vitae* and a personal statement that provides evidence of creative, research-oriented, educational or clinical activities in the field of endocrinology.

Trainee Member with Doctoral Degree
You are enrolled in an endocrinology-related educational program as a clinical or post-doctoral fellow and have already obtained a doctoral-level degree.
Documentation to support application: Completion of the In-Training Status section on application form.

Associate Member
The Endocrine Society offers Associate-level memberships to applicants who are committed to the field of endocrinology; hold at least a B.A. or B.S. degree (or demonstrate leadership in the endocrine field as an educator, speaker, advocate or administrator); and meet the criteria in one of the four categories listed below. If you meet the criteria for Active Membership, The Endocrine Society will accept you as an Active Member even if you have applied for one of these Associate-level memberships:

1. Research Associate — You are committed to endocrine research, education and practice with evidence of ongoing supportive efforts in endocrine research. You are not eligible for this membership group if you are a fellow or student.
   Documentation to support application: Curriculum Vitae*
   
2. Healthcare Associate — You hold a license and/or certification such as a registered nurse, certified diabetic educator, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, registered dietician, or physician assistant.
   Documentation to support application: Proof of license or certification.
   
3. Affiliate Associate — You are a senior-level corporate, government or non-profit manager representing research and development, medical affairs, medical education, marketing, professional affairs, regulatory affairs, or quality control and assurance.
   Documentation to support application: Curriculum Vitae* (or Resume) and a personal statement that reflects your interest, involvement and contributions to the field of endocrinology.
   
4. Student Associate — You are enrolled as a medical resident, medical student or graduated/PhD student (you do not currently possess an advanced degree such as an M.D. or Ph.D.)

*You may submit your Curriculum Vitae in your native language. English translation is not required.

Journal Subscription Information
Subscriptions run on a calendar year (January - December). Upon activation of your subscription, any back issues will be mailed to you.

Active Members: Your membership dues include a primary print subscription to one of the following journals: Endocrinology, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism or Molecular Endocrinology, as well as online access to all three journals plus Hormones & Cancer. You may also choose to subscribe to additional print journals at the discounted member rates. Subscriptions to Endocrine Reviews and Hormones & Cancer also include the online editions.

Associates: Your membership dues include free online access to Endocrinology, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Molecular Endocrinology and Hormones & Cancer. You may choose to subscribe to any print journals at the discounted member rates. Subscriptions to Endocrine Reviews and Hormones & Cancer also include the online editions.

Trainees: You may choose to subscribe to any print journal at the discounted member rates or you may choose to subscribe to just the online edition. Print journal subscriptions to Endocrinology, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Molecular Endocrinology include online access to all three journals (Hormones & Cancer is available free online for all members). Subscription to Endocrine Reviews is available in both print and online editions.

If you have questions about membership in The Endocrine Society, please contact Society Services at Membership@Endo-Society.org or call +1.301.941.0210 or toll-free in the U.S. 1-888-363-6762, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET.