Physical Review Physics Education
Research is
looking for a new part-time Associate Editor
Physical Review Physics Education
Research
(PRPER) is looking for a new part-time Associate Editor with international
scientific standing to join our editorial team consisting of the Chief Editor,
other Associate Editors, Managing Editor, and Editorial Board. The new
Associate Editor will become part of the stimulating academic endeavor to bring
high-quality papers to our readership.
The journal publishes important developments in the rapidly
evolving areas of PER and relies on a mixture of staff and part-time academic
editors. The primary responsibility of the Associate Editor is to manage the
peer review process of assigned manuscripts by determining whether to send a
manuscript out for external review, choosing appropriate reviewers, and making
decisions on rejection or acceptance. In addition, the Associate Editor is
expected to work collaboratively with the Editorial team, strengthen and expand
existing ties between the journal and the research community, and to raise the
journal’s overall visibility. Applications from qualified candidates working in
all areas of PER will be considered.
We receive submissions continuously throughout the year, and
editors are required to work on their assignments on a regular basis;
arrangements can usually be made for extended absences upon timely prior
notice. Workload may vary depending on subject area and fluctuations in
submissions, but is typically no more than about 20 hours per month. Editors
are appointed as consultants, and receive a stipend based on the number of
manuscripts they are expected to handle.
Part-time Associate Editors are expected to maintain their
current position while serving as editors for PRPER. Candidates should be able to regularly and consistently
dedicate time to their assignments and should possess the following
qualifications: (1) Current active involvement and stature in the relevant
field of research. (2) An outstanding record as a referee and a demonstrated
commitment to peer review. (3) The ability to work within the editorial team
and the desire to maintain the quality and reputation of the journal.
Interested applicants should write to edsearch@aps.org with a cover letter, a current
CV, and a one-page summary outlining the applicant’s philosophy regarding peer
review, and their views on the aims and future direction of PRPER as they see
it. The deadline to apply is February 15, 2025.
The American Physical Society is
an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from or nominations
of women and members of underrepresented 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.
