Editorial Board Members needed for

Global Crime

Deadline
31 December 2024

About the role

Global Crime is seeking distinguished scholars and experts to join our Editorial Board. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the shaping of scholarly discourse in the field of crime and criminal justice globally. We are interested in individuals with a robust background in crime studies, particularly those who can bring diverse geographical and methodological perspectives.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in peer-review processes and editorial decision-making.
  • Act as an advocate for the journal, promoting it within your networks and at academic conferences.
  • Help to strategize the future direction of the journal, ensuring it addresses emerging topics and trends in the field.

This position is voluntary, offering significant professional development and networking opportunities. We encourage applications from all over the world to enhance the diversity and inclusivity of our board.

About the journal

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Global Crime is devoted to the study of crime across international settings. Its focus is multi-disciplinary and its principal aim is to make the best scholarship on crime available to specialists and non-specialists alike. It draws on authors from a variety of disciplines, including criminology, sociology, economics, history, political science, anthropology and area studies.

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Key Skills and Attributes

  • Proven track record in crime research or related fields.
  • Previous experience in editorial roles or peer review is highly advantageous.
  • Strong commitment to maintaining ethical standards in publishing.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates are invited to apply via the APPLY button on screen.

Please include:

  • An updated CV.
  • A short statement detailing your interest in joining the board and how you see your contribution to the journal. Highlight your specific expertise, the regions you are connected with, and the unique perspectives you can represent.

Any questions should be sent to [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.