Seeking an Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
Tender ID: 520509
Tender Details
Tender Description
Expressions of interest are open for the Editor-in-Chief position at the Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health (JPCH), starting a 3-year term on 1 April 2025.
The JPCH aspires to be a leading peer reviewed scientific journal (impact factor = 1.6) representing the disciplines of paediatrics and child health for paediatricians in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. More metrics on the JPCH can be found via the JPCH webpage.
The Editor-in-Chief is appointed by the RACP Board for a maximum of 6 years, representing 2 consecutive 3-year terms. They report to the RACP Board through the RACP College Journals Committee.
If you're interested in the Editor in Chief position, read the position description (PDF) before applying.
Apply
To apply, submit the following to council@racp.edu.au by COB Monday 9, December 2024:
- a cover letter setting out an expression of interest in the position, including:
- vision for the future of the journal
- plans and strategies to strengthen the journal’s reputation and impact factor
- overview of how the journal will run
- a recent CV
Applications are reviewed by a selection panel and shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake an interview.
The successful candidate will be asked to complete a volunteer engagement agreement (PDF).
If you have any questions about the Editor-in-Chief position, contact the College Journals Committee secretariat via email on council@racp.edu.au
Location
New South Wales : Central West : Far North Coast : Far West : Hunter : Illawarra : Mid North Coast : Murray : New England : Orana : Riverina : Southern Highlands : Sydney
Queensland : Cairns & Far North Queensland : Gladstone : Mackay Whitsunday Region : Mount Isa & North West Region : Rockhampton : South East Queensland : South West & Darling Downs : The Central West : Townsville : Wide Bay Burnett
Victoria : Barwon South West : Gippsland : Grampians : Hume : Loddon Mallee : Melbourne
South Australia : Adelaide : Eyre & Western : Far North : Fleurieu & Kangaroo Island : Limestone Coast : Murray & Mallee : York & Mid North
Northern Territory : Big Rivers : Central Australia : East Arnhem : Greater Darwin
Australian Capital Territory
Tasmania
