Executive Editor needed for
World Archaeology
Deadline
About the role
World Archaeology is currently recruiting for an Executive Editor.
This role is a great opportunity for an academic with a strong research background in archaeology, who also has the commitment, drive and ability to help develop the journal. As part of this role, you will manage an Editorial Board of 15 individuals, heading up a journal that produces five Special Issues a year. In the role you are 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 Executive Editor of World Archaeology is a rewarding and fulfilling experience providing an opportunity to broaden and build networks, develop and promote research in your field, and be recognized as a leading figure within the global academic community.
Applicants should have prior editorial experience, as an Editor, Editorial Board member or as a Guest Editor.
About the Journal
Listed in the Thomson Reuters Arts & Humanities Citation Index.
World Archaeology was established specifically to deal with archaeology on a world-wide multiperiod basis. Since it was founded in 1969 it remains a leader in its field. The five issues of the volume are each dedicated to a particular theme of current interest. Typically the fifth issue, Debates in World Archaeology , is a forum for debate, discussion and comment. All papers adopt a broad comparative approach, looking at important issues on a global scale. The members of the editorial board and the advisory board represent a wide range of interests and expertise and this ensures that the papers published in World Archaeology cover a wide variety of subject areas. Recent issues illustrate the variety of material published in World Archaeology and have included volumes dedicated to new developments in archaeological science, the application of social theory to archaeology, the archaeology of art and major syntheses of such important topics as trade and exchange. Future issues will range just as widely.
Key Skills and Attributes
Ready to apply? Here are the skills and attributes we are looking for in a successful applicant:
- Experience in international academic publishing and familiarity with all stages of the process.
- The capacity to devote time each week to the role, to manage, deliver and Chair an annual programme of attend Editorial Board meetings and attend training sessions as needed.
- A willingness to proactively lead the journal’s Editorial Board, arranging and leading Editorial Board meetings and setting the vision and direction for journal Special Issues.
- The experience in working with others to ensure submitted manuscripts are considered in a prompt, consistent and professional manner.
- 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 and with those supporting the journal, including members of the Editorial Board, and representatives from the publisher who support the submission, peer-review and publication 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 proven track record as a known figure and research leader within your academic discipline.
- Active involvement in growing and developing your academic networks through conference attendance and experience of networking.
- A vision and enthusiasm for the continuous development of the journal.
Application instructions
Applications should include your CV, a Cover Letter and Vision Statement.
Your vision statement should be no longer than two pages and should cover:
- Where you believe the field is going, and the journal’s place within it
- How you would work in partnership with the Editorial Board members
- 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 Jessica Holmes, Jessica.Holmes.GB@informa.com
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