Microbial Genomics deputy editor-in-chief: call for expressions of interest

23 October 2019

Microbial Genomics is the Society’s Gold Open Access Open Data journal which publishes cutting edge research into genomic approaches to microbiology. We are currently looking to appoint a Deputy Editor-in-Chief to closely work with the Editor-in-Chief, Professor Kat Holt (Monash University, Australia and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, UK), on editorial strategy for the journal. The Deputy Editor-in-Chief will be in office for at least three years and will be required to attend an annual Editorial Board meeting, as well as attend two in-person Publishing Committee meetings in London and two teleconferences. When the current Editor-in-Chief steps down, you would take on the role of Editor-in-Chief.

Person specification:

• Expertise and engagement in the field of microbial genomics.
• A commitment to open data.
• Editorial experience in any microbiology journal.
• Have published/reviewed for Microbial Genomics.

You do not need to have been involved with the Editorial Board or the Society previously to apply, but you do need to be a Full, Full Concessionary or Honorary Member of the Society. If you are interested, please send your CV to [email protected]. The closing date for applications is 13 November. The appointment will be subject to approval by Council.

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