Editor, Journal of Education for Library and Information Science

Posted January 4, 2018

The Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) is seeking applications from individuals to assume the position of Editor-Designate of its official quarterly, refereed journal, Journal of Education for Library and Information Science (JELIS). The Editor will build on the success of the present editors and will lead in the advancement of knowledge by working with the Editorial Board and University of Toronto Press. The incoming Editor will have the unique opportunity to shape the literature of library and information science education. The new Editor will assume responsibilities with Issue #1, 2019. The initial term of service is three years, with the possibility of renewal. The deadline for application is January 19, 2018. ALISE is open to applications from two individuals who would like to work as co-editors.

Qualifications:

Relevant library and information science (LIS) education experience
Experience as a researcher within the field of LIS
Familiarity with the evolving landscape of scholarly publishing
Awareness of the LIS community and the intellectual and practical developments in the field
Vision for the future direction of JELIS
Experience with journal editorial work, particularly copy-editing, managing the peer review process, and working with production
Familiarity with electronic publishing
Ability to work in an electronic environment
Attention to details, including deadlines and costs
Commitment to attending ALISE Annual Conferences

The incoming Editor will receive a per-issue honorarium to support editorial expenses. The Editor’s home institution should be willing to provide the support necessary for success. Examples of institutional support that have been provided in the past include office space, supplies, and other overhead expenses and editorial internships for students. Applicants who are not associated with an institution should provide evidence of ability to provide the support necessary for success without institutional backing.

Interested individuals should send the following to Louise Spiteri, Chair of the Search Committee:

Curriculum vitae
Writing sample (e.g., a copy of a recently-published article)
Evidence of editing or reviewing experience
Statement of vision for the journal
Name and contact information of three individuals who can assess potential as journal editor
Statement from the applicant’s home institution affirming the specific nature of institutional support forthcoming or evidence of ability to provide the support necessary for success without institutional backing.

For further information on the journal, see the Publications section of http://www.alise.org/ or http://dpi-journals.com/index.php/JELIS

Please send electronic copies of application materials to:
Dr. Louise Spiteri, Chair,
JELIS Editor Search Committee
[email protected]

Submission Deadline for Applications: Jan. 19, 2018

Note that the ALISE Board-appointed JELIS Editor Search Committee will be interviewing applicants (in person or remotely) at the ALISE 2018 Annual Conference (February 6-9, 2018) in Denver, Colorado.

For more information about JELIS, go to:

https://ali.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&year=2017&month=12&day=19&id=68

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