RAPS Quality Conference Device Committee

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Signup Deadline: 22-Sep-2026
Starts: 01-Oct-2026
Ends: 29-Sep-2028
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Description:

PURPOSE 

This committee develops the themes and identifies topics and speakers for the RAPS Quality Conference that are suited to the needs of members and the profession and positions the RAPS Conference Series and the Quality Conference as the preeminent professional development, learning, and networking opportunity for quality device professionals. Current RAPS members with previous volunteer experience with RAPS are preferred but non-members may also apply. Evaluations will be not only based on the individual but on the overall needs of the committee to achieve diverse representation to deliver a well-rounded program. 

 

SCOPE 

The RAPS Quality Conference Committee will work with RAPS staff to do the following: 

  • Identify content themes for the full conference that will be a mix of evergreen topics that will remain consistent, year-over-year, and hot topics appropriate to the medical device and IVD quality communities. 
  • Review all conference abstract submissions and, using a pre-selected rubric, select those that reflect excellence and innovation in quality work and can be slotted into one of the defined themes. 
  • Create the conference agenda based on the tracks and selected abstracts. 
  • Assist RAPS staff in identifying topics of interest for a pre-conference workshop and potential subject matter experts to develop content and lead the workshops. 
  • Provide feedback to RAPS staff on networking ideas and opportunities. 
  • Participate in the kick-off meeting (October), the submission review period (November-December) and virtual program planning meetings beginning in January. 
  • Participate in monthly committee calls (January - May), plus ad hoc meetings as needed.  
  • During program planning, must be able to provide session development support and serve as committee liaison for 2-3 sessions, Including: 
    • Up to 10 hours per month during general program planning and abstract review period (October - February). 
    • 10-20 hours per month during peak program planning (March - May). 
  • Travel to the conference and provide support as session moderator and/or committee representative. 

 

COMPOSITION/SIZE 

  • The committee will consist of 7-9 members, all RAPS volunteers.  

 

LENGTH OF SERVICE 

  • Committee members serve one (1), two-year term. The term begins October 2026 and includes Quality Conference 2027 and 2028. The term ends after Quality Conference 2028 is complete (including a committee feedback meeting).  

 

COMMITTEE MEMBER BENEFITS 

  • Complimentary full conference registration for the conference. Travel and hotel coordination and costs are the responsibility of committee members. 

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 

  • Two (2) openings with device focus 
  • RAPS is seeking two (2) volunteers with a medical device focus to join the RAPS Quality Conference Committee. 

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED 

  • Eight (8) or more years of industry experience 
  • Demonstrated success in working with committees (RAPS and otherwise) 
  • Expertise in quality on an international level

Staff Liaison 

Lauren Kotkin, Head of Education Programs

Volunteers Needed:

2 (2 open slots)

Experience Required:

8 - 12 Years Industry Experience

Contact:

Lauren Kotkin