AOAC consensus standards development programs are respected worldwide for their rigorous approach based on the collaborative efforts of experts from government, industry, and academia. Working groups support AOAC’s programs by developing standards and methods.

Active Working Groups

All levels of experience are welcome.

AOAC Program/ProjectWorking Group
AOAC INTERNATIONAL Microbiological Standards Program (AIMS)Microbiology Method Validation Guidance Subgroups:
(1) Qualitative Detection Methods for Culturable Bacteria
(2) Confirmation Methods
(3) Quantitative Methods for Culturable Bacteria
Botanical Ingredients and Dietary Supplement Integrity program (BIDSI)Low level trace elemental contaminants in dietary ingredients, supplements, and raw materials
Botanical Ingredients and Dietary Supplement Integrity program (BIDSI)Botanical Identity Verification
Botanical Ingredients and Dietary Supplement Integrity program (BIDSI)Reishi in raw materials, foods and dietary supplements, and complex matrices
Cannabis Analytical Science Program (CASP)Pesticide Think Tank
Dietary Fiber & Other CarbohydratesEnd User Guidance
Gluten & Food Allergens (GFA)GFA End User Guidance
NIST – Drug DetectionColorimetric Field Tests
Organic AuthenticityNitrogen Detection
Pesticides in Herbs & SpicesPesticide residues in herbs and spices
PFASTotal Organic Fluorine
Stakeholder Program on Agent Detection Assays (SPADA)MIMeGS – Food Safety
Wastewater
Synthetic Biology
Vitamins ProgramVitamins Guidance Document

Expert Review Panel Applicants

Qualifications for ERP Membership Candidate must meet one of the following:

  • Demonstrated knowledge in the appropriate scientific disciplines.
  • Demonstrated knowledge regarding data relevant to adequate method performance.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of practical application of analytical methods to bona fide diagnostic requirements.

All levels of experience are welcome to apply.

Analyte(s)Categories of Expertise ApplicationDeadline
Paper, Paperboard, cardboard, Molded fiber, Flexible plastics/blown filmsPaper, Paperboard, cardboard, Molded fiber, Flexible plastics/blown films, quantitative PFAS analysisApplication11/13/26
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