Editor-in-Chief of JMIRx Bio
Editor-in-Chief of JMIRx Bio
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About JMIR Publications
Journal of Medical Internet Research has received continued recognition as a leading digital health journal both in quality (leading impact factors) and quantity (number of articles published).
JMIR Publications is seeking qualified individuals to take on editorial responsibility as EditorinChief for its newest JMIRx superjournal JMIRx Bio. JMIRx Bio is part of a new publishing model conceptualized by JMIR Publications CEO and Founding Publisher Gunther Eysenbach MD MPH FACMI called Plan P a progressive framework and platform for institutions and funders to promote open science.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Working closely with the Founding Publisher and the Editorial Department a successful EditorinChief candidate will lead this innovative journal in promoting open science through partnerships between progressive academic institutions peer review services and the scientific community. In addition to upholding editorial strategy publication quality and research integrity the candidate also:
- Sources and works with a diverse and highly skilled editorial board to shape lead and execute the journals vision
- Leads the journal team towards achieving the priorities and objectives for the journal
- Collaborates with the JMIR Publications team to create and implement a strategy to strengthen and grow the journals operation and impact
- Encourages and solicits the submission of manuscripts (preprints) from colleagues and leading researchers
Education
- PhD and/or MD and/or doctoral degree equivalent in the biological or life sciences biomedical fields or a related discipline
Experience
- Active scientist or academic clinician who is internationally recognized and has expertise in biological or life sciences biomedical fields or a related discipline
- History of publishing with journals and scholarly publications in their field(s) of expertise
- Editorial experience as a journal editor and/or deputy or associate editor in a biomedical journal with experience in the peer review process and communicating with authors reviewers and publishers
- Thought leader that can drive strategy and innovation in publishing foster a community of authors editors and reviewers and solicit highquality research from leading authors in the field
- Familiar with reporting standards ethical guidelines for publishing and be aware of the current new developments and changes in the publishing environment
Competencies
- Energetic and innovative leader Passionate about health research and technology innovation and health information dissemination and familiar with current trends in biological and life sciences and biomedical research
- Critical Thinker and Problem Solver Uses rigor factbased data & logic to solve difficult problems
- Clear Communicator Effectively communicates written and oral with all stakeholders including external scientific and scholarly industry authors and publisher staff.
- Highquality Work Detailoriented delivering highquality research quickly and efficiently. Also has a passion for the English academic and scientific language and clarity of expression
- Honesty and Integrity Transparent in their approach and is trusted widely by others. Is seen as open truthful and direct. Operates with respect transparency committed to maintaining a high level of integrity
- Science standardbearer Supports all facets of evaluating and disseminating highquality research from leading authors in the field
Compensation
An honorarium will be commensurate with the journal and candidates experience.
Applications
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
1. A current CV and/or resume;
2. A letter outlining their fit and expertise to lead this innovative journal;
3. Additional comments in the provided letter describing why you are a match for this position description of any potential conflicts of interest
We are committed to a diverse workforce and maintaining a learning and working environment that is welcoming to all.
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