Introduction

The HGSA offers a range of membership types to suit those interested in Human Genetics.  Current membership fees can be viewed here.

How do I apply?

Proposal by an existing member is a condition of membership. Applications for membership should be made via the on-line application form.  Applications will be considered at the periodic meeting of your local branch committee. The application process can take 4-6 weeks. All NEW applications for membership of the Society must also be supported by 2 (TWO) existing members.

Your membership will renew on the 31 March of every year.

Membership payments are non-refundable.

What are the types of membership?

 

Student / Scientific Trainee

Discounted fees are available to:

Students

student enrolled in an HGSA approved Masters course or undertaking a PhD in a relevant topic and with an annual income of less than $45,000

Scientific Trainees

Student membership rates for up to two years to trainee scientists who:

are enrolled in an undergraduate or a postgraduate certificate, diploma or degree course relevant to the field of human genetics and
have a total ncome less than $45,000 per annum

Ordinary Member

Apply for ordinary membership if:

you live in Australia or New Zealand and
you hold a relevant degree or professional qualification and
your primary vocation is or has been research, education or administration related to Human Genetics

Overseas Member

Apply for overseas membership if:

you live outside Australia and
you hold a relevant degree or professional qualification and
your primary vocation is or has been research, education or administration related to Human Genetics

 

Organisational Member-not for profit

Not for profit organisations can apply for organisational membership if:

you are a support group or community organsiation operating in Australasia and
you have a professional reason for participating in the Society’s activities and
the HGSA Council considers you have aims consistent with the aims of the Society.

Corporate Member

The HGSA Council has moved to encourage our industry partners to become Corporate Members. The funds raised through Corporate Member fees are pooled and distributed to support educational events at both local and Federal levels. This supports branch and SIG events, including traditional workshops or lectures and webinars but excluding the Annual Meeting and SIG days.
Individual events do not carry individual sponsorship, but all Corporate Members are acknowledged in advertising material and at the event.
Corporate Members are also given the opportunity to attend biannual meetings with key members of the HGSA Executive and Council where development and enhancement of the partnerships are discussed.

To download a Corporate membership prospectus please click here.