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Science Editor Call for Editor-in-Chief & Managing Editor

 

Council of Science Editors (CSE) is seeking a Managing Editor (ME) and an Editor-in-Chief (EIC) for its journal, Science Editor. Since 1959, Science Editor has been CSE’s premier print and online publication serving as a “forum for the exchange of information and ideas among professionals concerned with publishing in the sciences.” The journal is published quarterly and seeks to publish articles related to peer review studies, editorial processes, publication ethics, and other items of special interest to the journal’s readers. For many CSE members, Science Editor is their main connection with the organization.

The Search Committee is looking for two committed individuals to oversee and maintain the editorial direction of the journal (EIC) / the review process for the journal (ME) and work alongside each other in these two roles to ensure a steady flow of engaging and thought-provoking original research and non-research article content in areas of interest to CSE members.

Both positions include a modest remuneration and is expected to commence in July 2026 following an onboarding period (May–June) with the current EIC and ME. Existing Science Editor Board and Section Editors will remain through the transition of the positions and afterward, at the discretion of the Editor(s). 

Roles at a Glance

PositionRole Overview & Key Responsibilities

Editor-in-Chief

The Editor-in-Chief will be responsible for the quality, novelty, timeliness, and relevance of the content published in the journal and will have the freedom of organizing the journal’s content in a fashion that, in their reasonable judgment, will be most likely to appeal to the readership. The Editor-in-Chief will also be responsible for the implementation of new initiatives based on their vision for the journal, and for the implementation of editorial policies and decisions that affect the journal’s reputation. The Editor-in-Chief will also serve as a member of the Editorial Policy and Marketing committees and as an ex officio member of the Board. The position is expected to require an average of approximately 40 hours per month. 

Term: 4 years, with the opportunity for a single additional 4-year term

 Full Role Description
Managing Editor

The managing editor will work with the Editor-in-Chief to support the Editor’s vision for the journal, run the manuscript workflow, contact authors and reviewers, and manage production details as needed. The position is expected to require an average of approximately 10 hours per week and will provide continuity of knowledge when CSE contracts with a new editor.

Term: 3 years,  renewable indefinitely at the pleasure of the board

 Full Role Description

 

Interested persons may apply by submitting a resumé and completing the application:

 The deadline for submissions is December 19, 2025.

Any questions about the positions may be directed to [email protected].