Membership

CDISC membership is open to a wide range of individuals and organizations involved in clinical research and data management. This includes Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies, Academic and Research Institutions, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), Regulatory Agencies, Healthcare Providers, and Technology and Software Vendors. Membership is designed to support those who are committed to building and improving clinical data standards and tools, including data managers, statisticians, programmers, data scientists, clinical researchers, and other professionals in related fields.

Apply online through the CDISC website. Membership is subject to approval by CDISC. 

Once we receive your online application, our Membership Team will provide you with a membership quote based on your selected level (Gold or Platinum). After confirming your preferred membership level, we will issue an invoice for payment. 

While CDISC standards are available for free, becoming a member offers many additional benefits. As part of the CDISC member community, your organization gains exclusive access to a range of valuable resources, including early updates, training opportunities, and networking events. To learn more about all the benefits of membership, please click here. 

Level: Organizations select a membership level (Gold or Platinum) based on their size and needs. Membership rates are determined by the total number of employees in the organization. Upon application approval by the CDISC Membership and Leadership Team, an invoice will be issued for the annual membership fee. View CDISC Membership Levels here.  

Company Size: CDISC membership is determined by the total number of employees in your organization, including all global offices and subsidiaries. We do not offer divisional memberships. When your organization joins CDISC, your company logo will be featured on our website, demonstrating your global commitment to CDISC standards. Even if only a few employees are actively using the standards, the entire organization benefits from membership. 

Fees: Payment is required to activate membership benefits, and membership is valid for one year from the date of activation. Fees are payable annually and are subject to change. A portion of membership fees can be considered a donation and are tax-deductible. Membership fees are non-refundable except as required by law.

Process: Membership is renewed annually. Members will receive a renewal notice and accompanying invoice three months prior to the renewal date, a Secondary Renewal Reminder message one month prior to the renewal date, and a Past Due Reminder message after the renewal date. Membership continues upon payment of the renewal fee.  

Termination: If a CDISC Member fails to pay their membership fees within 30 days of their renewal date, the member will be notified via email. If CDISC Membership dues remain unpaid for an additional 60 days (totaling 90 days from the original renewal date), the membership will be subject to termination and access to member benefits will be removed. CDISC reserves the right to terminate membership without further notice if payment is not received within this 90-day period. Reinstatement of membership after termination will require payment of all overdue amounts. 

CDISC offers a variety of payment options to accommodate the needs of its members:

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CDISC supports its members in taking advantage of tax deductions allowed under U.S. tax law. Specifically, members can deduct 60% of their membership fees as a charitable contribution. CDISC is committed to assisting members with this process by providing any necessary supporting documentation, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations, and making the deduction process as straightforward as possible.