Recruiting for Editor-in-Chief, Editorial Board Members and Peer Reviewers

Mathematical Population Studies

Deadline
30 November 2023

About the role

Mathematical Population Studies is currently recruiting for an Editor-in-Chief. The role is a great opportunity for an academic with a strong research background in the mathematical and statistical study of populations, and who also has the commitment, drive, and ability to help develop the journal. As part of this role, you will be responsible for the oversight and administration of a rigorous and proper peer review process that delivers an agreed amount of content of suitable scope and quality within an agreed publication timeframe.

Becoming the editor of a journal is a rewarding and fulfilling experience where you have the opportunity to build your own networks, develop and promote the research in your field, and be recognized as a leading figure within the academic community.

The journal is also currently recruiting for Editorial Board Members and Peer Reviewers.

About the journal

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Mathematical Population Studies provides a major outlet for theoretical and empirical work, publishing research articles, short notes, letters, and reviews of software which contribute to the exchange of views between researchers in academia, international organizations, research institutes, and statistical offices throughout the world. The journal is strongly interdisciplinary and publishes contributions by mathematicians, demographers, (bio)statisticians, sociologists, economists, biologists, epidemiologists, actuaries, geographers, and others who are interested in the mathematical formulation of population-related questions.

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Key Skills and Attributes

Ready to apply? Here are the skills and attributes we are looking for in a successful applicant:

  • Experience in academic publishing and familiarity with all stages of the process.
  • The capacity to devote time each week to the role, and to attend Editorial Board meetings and training sessions as needed.
  • The ability to ensure all submitted manuscripts are considered in a prompt, consistent and professional manner.
  • The ability to confidently use an online peer review management system and ensure members of the editorial team do the same.
  • Experience of working effectively with independent peer reviewers.
  • The ability to read, summarize, and make decisions based on independent reviewer reports.
  • A commitment to communicating promptly, consistently, and professionally with authors during the peer review process.
  • A commitment to engaging promptly and efficiently with Taylor & Francis staff and suppliers to implement necessary processes and improvements.
  • A strong commitment to ethical rigour as well as knowledge of the COPE guidelines and commitment to ensure that the journal adheres to strict ethical standards at all times.
  • A willingness to proactively lead the journal’s Editorial Board, to include arranging and leading Editorial Board meetings.
  • A proven track record as a key opinion leader and known figure within your academic discipline.
  • Actively involved in growing and developing your academic networks through conference attendance and experience of networking through social media.
  • Knowledge of and commitment to the open access publishing environment.
  • A vision and enthusiasm for the continuous development of the journal.

The role will formally begin from 1st January 2024, although we envisage a ‘handover’ period during which the incoming EIC will be introduced to the workings of the journal by the outgoing EIC.  The successful candidate can expect to be in post for an initial period of three years.

Application Instructions

A Role Profile for the EIC is available on request. Applications should include your CV, a Cover Letter, and for the role of EIC, a Vision Statement. Your Vision Statement should be no longer than one page and include:

  • Where you believe the field is going, and the journal’s place within it.
  • How you would work in partnership with the Associate Editors and Advisory Board.
  • How you would maintain and increase the quality of submissions.
  • How you would work with authors.

 

For any questions or the role profile, please contact Elizabeth Walker ([email protected])

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The journal is committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion within its editorial team and decision making processes. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential, and each will be judged on its merits without bias for seniority of institutional affiliation. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.