This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Evaluate submitted manuscripts for appropriateness, choose handling Associate Editors and reviewers, and make decisions based on their feedback and personal judgment.

• Proactively promote the Journal and the BES through networking and participation in conferences.

• Request contributions in areas pertinent to the Journal.

• Determine key subject areas for the Journal's focus.

• Collect insights from academic ecologists and propose procedural adjustments, new initiatives, and strategic discussions.

• Identify and recruit new Associate Editors, ensuring diverse representation and involvement.

• Assist in selecting papers for promotion through blogs, videos, podcasts, and other media.

• Contribute to the development of the Journal and collaborate on initiatives with other BES journals.

• Serve as Associate Editor for a limited number of manuscripts.

• Utilize social media tools to promote the Journal (desirable).

⛳️ Requirements

• Active researcher with a diverse range of interests in applied ecology.

• PhD in ecology or related disciplines.

• Demonstrated record of relevant and active publications.

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of applied ecology.

• Experience in reviewing and other editorial roles.

• Capability to collaborate effectively as part of a team of Editors, with strategic and creative thinking.

• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize among multiple active projects.

• Skill in forming, communicating with, and operating within scientific networks and engaging with relevant audiences.

• Capacity to evaluate multiple information sources or perspectives and make decisive actions.

• Strong commitment to the role and the mission of the BES.

• Interest in exploring new opportunities to advance and enhance journal publishing.

🏝️ Benefits

• Additional financial support to assist with attendance at meetings with other BES Editors and to serve as an ambassador for the Journal at relevant conferences.