Career Opportunities

Associate Editor

Position: Associate Editor
Term: One (1) Year
Type: Volunteer/unpaid
Deadline: Rolling
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The Journal of Science Policy & Governance (JSPG), a 501-c3 non-profit organization and international, open-access peer-reviewed publication, seeks Associate Editors to join the Editorial Board. JSPG is an entirely volunteer-run organization. As such, this position is unpaid.

Eligibility and qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program (Master’s or PhD), postdoctoral program, or policy fellowship and will be in such a role for the following six months
• Ideal candidates will have experience in science and/or policy writing; prior editing experience is desirable, but not required
• Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged, including but not limited to the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities with a concentration in science and technology
• Must be willing to commit to a one (1) year term dedicating 1-3 hours to editorial duties per week, workload varies throughout the academic year

Duties:

• Review submissions, correspond with authors, and provide edits to authors
• Assist in promoting call for submissions and published issue
• Provide support to Editor-in-Chief, Assistant Editor-in-Chief, and other staff members as needed in support of promoting call for submissions, published work, and furthering the mission of the Journal

To apply: Send a resume, a writing sample, and a 2 paragraph cover email explaining your interests in science policy via email to editors@sciencepolicyjournal.org with the subject line "Associate Editor Application." 

Positions will remain posted until filled.

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