Call for Co-Editor
The Bulletin of the History of Archaeology is looking for a new Co-Editor to join its growing Editorial Team. This role would be ideal for someone who is already very active in the field of the history of archaeology (attending conferences, publishing regularly etc) and some prior experience in an editorial role. The new Co-Editor would be working alongside two existing Co-Editors to maintain the journal and its publication workflow, as well as coordinating regular special collections and author communications. A candidate with prior social media experience would also be ideal.
Essential
- To be very active in the field (e.g. have a relevant degree or be in the process of completing studies in a relevant field; attend conferences, membership of associations and committees)
- To interact with authors/contributors with confidence.
- To possess high organizational skills in order to process editorial work in a timely manner.
- To maintain positive collaborations with all parties involved in the journal’s work.
- To be comfortable engaging with interdisciplinary collaborations.
Desirable
- A relevant publication record.
- Prior experience in an editorial role.
- Demonstrable ability to think strategically and identify and adapt to changes in the field.
- Experience in using social media for academic knowledge exchange.
The Bulletin of the History of Archaeology invites scholars at all career stages to apply for this role. For informal enquiries about this role or to discuss whether your skills and experiences meet our criteria, please submit a short statement of interest with a CV to the journal manager adam.ross@ubiquitypress.com.