Academic Journal Editor (Co-Managing Editor I) - MJE DISE

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Position Summary:

The position of Academic Journal Editor presents an exciting opportunity to learn about the publication process in the context of open access academic journal publishing and to join the MJE editorial team. It will involve sharing the responsibility and duties of being a Co-Managing Editor which will entail learning about the following tasks: 

• Sharing responsibility with other Managing Editor(s) for all aspects related to publication and dissemination of the journal, including social media;

• Managing all MJE-related communication; 

• Keeping the MJE archive organized and current;

• Maintaining the online journal management system, which involves tracking manuscripts from initial submission through to editorial decision and publication and supporting MJE editors during this process; 

• Formatting and editing accepted articles for simultaneous PDF and HTML publication; this includes training of copyeditors;

• Acting as liaison/contact person for the entire MJE team and for the journal (e.g., with third parties)

Other Qualifying Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must be highly organized, detail-oriented and flexible with strong computer/technological and editorial skills. Experience with page layout programs, HTML, Excel, Adobe products, Microsoft Outlook and expert knowledge of Microsoft Word would be considered a great asset. Knowledge of/familiarity with the structure and language of academic texts is an asset. Excellent written competencies in French as well as in reading English are required.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected] .

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.