Call for Applications: Join the Derm In-Review Advisory Council (DIRAC)

The Derm In-Review Advisory Council (DIRAC) is a diverse, elite group of top-performing dermatology residents, fellows, and early career dermatologists who serve as crucial content reviewers and subject-matter experts. By contributing your unique knowledge, clinical perspective, and time, you will directly ensure that Derm In-Review remains the #1 study tool of choice for dermatology residents nationwide.

DIRAC is led by two of the field’s most forward-thinking educational leaders: Dr. Adam Friedman (Professor, Residency Program Director, and Chair of Dermatology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences) and Dr. Steven Daveluy (Professor and Program Director at Wayne State Dermatology). Constantly spearheading innovative ways to elevate educational outcomes, Drs. Friedman and Daveluy serve as exemplary mentors dedicated to supporting and championing the next generation of dermatologists.

Why Join DIRAC? Exclusive Benefits & Career Development

As a DIRAC member, you won’t just be reviewing content, you will actively guide and shape the very resources your peers rely on to succeed. Under the mentorship of Drs. Friedman and Daveluy, you will help evaluate and select core content to ensure our study tools reflect the most robust, cutting-edge clinical data available.

Beyond the core mission, DIRAC opens doors to unmatched career development opportunities through our elite media partners, including Next Steps in Derm, the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology (JDD), Skin of Color Update, and ODAC. Elevate your professional profile with these exclusive perks:

• Onsite Media Roles: Serve as an onsite correspondent at premier MedscapeLIVE! conferences, including the Skin of Color Update, ODAC, and the Pigmentary Disorders Exchange Symposium.
• Paid Writing Opportunities: Secure paid medical writer assignments for Next Steps in Derm, our dedicated mentoring site.
• Thought Leader Access: Gain access and exposure to renowned, world-class dermatology experts, raising your profile and networking potential.
• Exclusive Conference Presence: Participate in dedicated, resident-focused sessions at major conferences like ODAC and the Skin of Color Update.
• Scholarship Priority: Receive priority acceptance for Resident Scholarships at MedscapeLIVE! conferences.
• National Recognition: Receive formal credit and recognition across all Derm In-Review publications and sponsored events, providing excellent prestige to cite on your CV.

Commitment & Expectations

• Term Length: Members serve a productive, two-year term running from September 2026 through September 2028.
• Project Workload: To maintain active council status, members must successfully complete a minimum of 5 projects per year. Please note that failure to meet this minimum requirement will result in removal from the council.
• Financial Incentives: For more extensive projects requiring a deeper time commitment, members are occasionally eligible to receive specialized honoraria.

Application Timeline & Available Positions

Shape your future and gain massive visibility within the dermatology community. We are currently seeking driven applicants for the following positions for the September 2026 – September 2028 Term:

Available Seats

• • First-Year Dermatology Resident (PGY-2): Entering first year of residency by September 2026 — 3 positions
  • Second-Year Dermatology Resident (PGY-3): Entering second year of residency by September 2026 — 4 positions
  • Third-Year Dermatology Resident (PGY-4): Entering third year of residency by September 2026 — 3 positions
  • Fellow: Dermatology residents launching a fellowship in 2026 — 2 positions
• Social Media Ambassador: Available to social media savvy residents with strong social media presence – 2 positions

Key Dates

• Application Period Opens: June 15th, 2026
• Application Deadline: July 3rd, 2026
• New Members Appointed: August 30th, 2026 (Onboarding and preparation will take place prior to the official term start in September).

How to Apply

1. Submit Your Application using the form below.
2. Required Documents: You must upload your CV, a 500-word Letter of Intent/Motivation, and a mandatory Letter of Good Standing from your residency and/or fellowship program director (applicable to residents and fellows).
3. The DIR Exercise: After initial application reviews, qualified candidates will be asked to complete a practical DIR exercise to test their knowledge and skills in crafting high-quality board-style exam practice questions.

Final Selection: Final council selections will be personally reviewed and finalized by Drs. Adam Friedman and Steven Daveluy.