The peer-reviewed journal S/HE is seeking two Academic Co-editors, one the Primary Academic Co-editor and the second the Academic Co-editor, to take the responsibilities of editing the journal with the advice and support of the Editorial Board (for current membership, see https://sheijgs.space/?page_id=17). Both are part-time volunteer positions. In these roles, you will play an active part in ensuring the completion and quality of journal issues, and in helping to develop the journal in the future. Having published for the third year, the S/HE journal has grown into a worldwide pool of authors and readership. For future issues, We, Co-Editors, expect that the S/HE Divine Studies Online Conference will come as a supporting body of the S/HE journal, although submissions from other sources will always be welcome. You may find some sample articles and issues here: https://sheijgs.space . Ideally, the new Editors’ responsibilities will commence in January 2025.
https://sheijgs.space/?p=2028 (deadline by May 31 or until completed)
Academic Co-editor Job Description (Part-time, Volunteer Position)
To ensure success as an Academic Co-editor, you should have a keen eye for excellent writing, familiarity with the Chicago formatting style, and be able to manage projects to completion. An academic co-editor will bring years of experience in academic writing and editing roles to the table, as well as an understanding of the nature of peer-reviewed academic journals. For specific details, the current Primary Co-editor may provide basic training for the S/HE journal’s editorial process.
Academic Co-editor Responsibilities
-Assisting Primary Co-editor and other Academic Co-editors with tasks
related to the preparation and/or process of submitted manuscript.
-Screening submissions for suitability, including checking the content, spelling, style, format and grammar of submitted work.
-Locating and inviting peer reviewers for submissions.
-Performing editing and proofing on accepted articles.
-Providing guidance to authors and/or co-editors on writing
conventions and Chicago formatting style.
-Performing research and fact-checking on topics (optional).
-Assisting with page layouts and publication design tasks (optional).
-Collaborating with Mago Books publishers (optional).
-Updating social media and other online content (optional)
Academic Co-editor Requirements
-A doctoral degree in a relevant field.
-Experience of writing and/or publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals or the equivalent.
-A minimum of one year of editing experience or the equivalent.
-Adapt to the Chicago formatting style.
-Excellent grasp of grammar and spelling.
-A keen eye for detail and quality writing.
-Organized and meticulous about their work.
-A desire to learn about the peer-reviewed journal of S/HE.
-A task-oriented attitude that maintains polite and professional interactions with authors and other Academic Co-editors.
-Availability via email and annual or semi-annual online meetings.
Primary Academic Co-editor Qualifications
-Someone who agrees with the above job descriptions and responsibilities has written, published, or edited academic research papers.
-Someone who has good online communication skills. Dr. Beavis, current Primary Co-editor, will guide you for a period of time (6 months to 1 year) until one feels ready to take the full responsibility. The Primary Co-editor works closely with the Academic Co-editors Circle (Dr. Mary Ann Beavis, Dr. Helen Benigni, and Dr. Tronetti) and gets promptly supported by them whenever necessary.
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Submissions
Process of Preparation and Publication for Authors
If you are interested, please email the statement of interests and C.V. to S/HE co-founders: Mary Ann Beavis (mbeavis@stmcollege.ca). We will have three questions for you to answer to proceed to the candidacy.