Editor

• Employment Type: Part-time (14-hour week)
• Duration: continuing position
• Location: Kensington NSW (hybrid working)
• Remuneration: Level 6 from $% Super Annual Leave Loading (pro rata)

Who are we

The Australian Human Rights Institute (the Institute) produces world-leading research and advances debate on critical human rights issues. Through research education and strategic collaborations the Institute is committed to protecting rights dismantling inequality and fostering a culture of accountability where human rights abuses are challenged and rectified.

Why your role matters

In this unique and specific role the Editor is responsible for coordinating and managing editorial content and production of the Australian Journal of Human Rights (AJHR) the flagship publication of the Institute.

Working closely with the Editorial Board authors reviewers and the publishing partner the Editor oversees all aspects of the journals editorial and production processes. This includes managing peer review workflows coordinating publication schedules maintaining editorial quality and consistency and supporting the journals strategic direction under the guidance of the Institutes leadership.

The position reports to the Director Australian Human Rights Institute and contributes to strengthening the Institutes profile as a leading platform for human rights scholarship and public discourse.

Key accountabilities

• Manage the end-to-end editorial and production process for the Australian Journal of Human Rights ensuring timely and high-quality publication of all issues.
• Liaise with the Editorial Board authors reviewers and publisher to facilitate submissions peer review revisions and final approvals.
• Ensure that all published material meets academic and editorial standards consistent with the journals aims and scope.
• Work with the Editorial Board and the Institutes leadership to develop editorial policies themes and special issues aligned with the Institutes strategic objectives.
• Oversee correspondence and communications related to submissions reviews and publication queries.
• Maintain the journals online submission and peer review system (e.g. ScholarOne or equivalent) and ensure accurate records and data management.
• Provide regular updates to the Editorial Board on publication timelines submissions and performance metrics.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of journal processes and implement best practices in academic publishing and ethics.

Key skills & experience

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills & experience)

• Relevant tertiary qualification in law humanities social sciences or a related discipline with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through a combination of education training and professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in academic publishing editing or journal management. Experience with online submission and peer review systems (e.g. ScholarOne Editorial Manager) is desirable.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet publication deadlines.
• Experience coordinating peer review processes and working effectively with authors and reviewers.
• Proven ability to collaborate with academics professional staff and publishing partners. Experience supervising interns or providing mentorship is desirable.
• Sound understanding of academic integrity editorial ethics and quality assurance in scholarly publishing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Pre-employment checks

• Verification of qualifications

Benefits and Culture

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to a plethora of UNSW-perks including:

• 17% Superannuation and leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to lifelong learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices

More information on the great staff benefits and culture can be found here.

Application instructions

Please click on Apply Now to apply online. Applications should not be sent to the contact listed below.

Please provide a CV and a cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the your cover letter please address how you meet the roles requirements including strong project management skills (to manage systems and deadlines) and familiarity with human rights issues (for screenings copyedits and substantive tasks).

Contact

For any recruitment process related questions please contact Anabel Wason -

Email:

Applications close: Friday 2nd January 2026at 11:55pm

Please note: Due to the annual university shutdown (December 23 2025 January 5 2026) and the holiday period there may be delays in responding to queries and providing updates on applications. We appreciate your patience during this time

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender sexual orientation cultural and linguistic backgrounds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.