The ISHLT Research Oversight Committee (ROC) shall consist of the following:
- A Chair appointed by the Executive Committee
- The CEO or other senior staff member, serving in the capacity of Co-Chair
- The Chairs of each of the Sub-Committees under purview of the Oversight Committee
- 3 At-Large members appointed by the Co-Chairs to ensure appropriate expertise and leadership, subject to approval by the Executive Committee
- A Board member appointed by the President will serve as an ex officio member of the committee and liaison to the Board
The Chair shall serve a 3-year term, renewable once
The At-Large members shall each serve a 3-year staggered term, renewal once
The Chair may not simultaneously serve in a Board position for any other professional societies with overlapping membership and interest areas with ISHLT