The American Physical Society is conducting an
international search for a new Chief Editor of Physical Review Physics Education Research
(PRPER). A top ranked journal in its field, PRPER covers the full array of
experimental and theoretical research relating to the teaching and learning of
physics and astronomy. PRPER is also the only fully open access journal for
physics education research.
The Chief Editor is key in shaping the journal and
growing and elevating it within the community. The person in this role is
responsible for the journal content, leading the Editorial Team, and the
journal’s daily operation. As Chair of the Editorial Board, the Chief Editor
selects and leads the journal’s board members, in consultation with the
Managing Editor. They also appoint and oversee the journal’s Statistical
Modeling Review Committee. The Chief Editor must be visionary and strategic,
collaborating with APS Publications Leadership and Management to develop the
journal’s scope and direction.
The ideal candidate will possess the following
qualifications:
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Stature in a field of research within the scope
of PRPER and with the journal’s author/referee communities
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Excellent knowledge of the research landscape
in PRPER’s areas of coverage
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A track record of editorial service with
scholarly journals
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Ability to work effectively with an
international array of authors, referees, and editors, and with the APS
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The advocacy skills, integrity, and wisdom to
lead the journal in responding to publication matters and issues important to
all communities served by the journal
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Experience leading and mobilizing teams (even
without direct line management authority)
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Experience chairing meetings with diplomacy and
ensuring that all members have the opportunity to contribute
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Ability to make prompt independent evaluations
and decisions
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Proven track record of identifying
opportunities for improvement and executing appropriate change
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Strong sense of integrity and a commitment to a
diverse and inclusive research community.
As a part of the APS Editorial Team, the Chief
Editor is expected to maintain and promote a productive and positive work
environment focused on professional excellence and in alignment with APS Core
values.
The Chief Editor
may maintain their present position and location while devoting a fraction of
their time to this position. The initial appointment is for a three-year term
with renewal possible after review. Compensation will depend on the specific
demands of the role. The desired starting date is Jan 1, 2025, with some
availability in late 2024 to allow for a transition with the current Chief
Editor.
The American Physical Society is an equal
opportunity employer and encourages applications from or nominations of women
and members of minority groups. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, ancestry,
pregnancy (including childbirth or related condition), citizenship, familial
status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic information,
other non-disqualifying disability, or any other characteristic protected by
law.
Applicants from all over the world are invited to
reply, and location in the US is not a requirement. Review of applications will
begin in October 2024 and continue until a candidate is selected. Inquiries,
nominations, and applications should be sent to: Editorial Search Committee, at
edsearch@aps.org.
