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Call for Applications: Co-Editor-in-Chief – Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism
Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism is looking for a Co-Editor-in-Chief to work alongside current Co-Editor-in-Chief Dr. Phil Chilibeck to lead and grow the journal. Co-Editor-in-Chief is a volunteer position; the publisher provides some funding for conference attendance to promote the journal.
The journal
Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism is a monthly journal that publishes high-quality research, reviews, and commentaries that focus on the application of physiology, nutrition, and metabolism to the study of human health, physical activity, and fitness.
Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism was established in 1983 and is affiliated with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology, the Canadian Nutrition Society, and Exercise & Sport Science Australia. The journal is owned and published by Canadian Science Publishing, an independent not-for-profit science publisher.
The role
The Co-Editor-in-Chief is responsible for journal content, shaping editorial priorities, and guiding journal development in collaboration with their counterpart. This involves:
- working with the publisher on editorial priorities, journal direction, and strategies to enhance the journal's reputation and attract high-quality content;
- building relationships and working with journal stakeholders to expand author and reviewer pools that include more diverse voices and perspectives;
- appointing and managing Associate Editors who represent the diverse disciplines and populations the journal serves;
- triaging new manuscript submissions (issuing a reject without review decision or assigning to an Associate Editor who handles peer review and subsequent decisions); and
- holding the journal to a high standard of peer review and of rigorous and ethical best practice in research and reporting.
The Co-Editor-in-Chief reports to the Executive Editor-in-Chief at Canadian Science Publishing.
What we're looking for
The ideal Co-Editor-in-Chief for Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism:
- is a leader in their research community with research interests that complement Chilibeck's focus on the effects on exercise and nutrition on the health of clinical populations (i.e., people with musculoskeletal disorders and metabolic diseases) and performance of athletes;
- is experienced as an editorial board member, a guest editor, or an editor and is familiar with trends in scientific journal publishing;
- possesses a strong understanding of research integrity, and of peer review and publication ethics;
- is aligned with the publisher's goals to advance open science and to promote equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within the board, journal, and field;
- has a broad network of contacts and collaborators, and actively works to expand that network at conferences;
- is willing to be a confident champion for the journal within their own circles, with a commitment to outreach to new, previously excluded or untapped communities;
- communicates effectively, tactfully, and promptly with journal stakeholders; and
- can dedicate time on a regular basis to a thriving journal.
Applications should include:
- Full CV
- A letter (maximum 2 pages) including:
- a summary of your editorial experience and why you are interested in this role, and
- a brief description of your vision and goals for the journal over the next few years, including how you would build on the journal's success and how you would promote equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility within the journal.
Applications and nominations are due by March 31, 2024.
The term start date and length of term are negotiable.
Applications and nominations should be sent to Lucy Shen (lucy.shen@cdnsciencepub.com).