[Asis-l] Position Opening - Editor of Journal of Education for Library and Information Science

[Rong Tang]

The Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE) is
seeking applications from individuals to assume the position of
Editor-Designate of its official quarterly, refereed journal, *Journal of
Education for Library and Information Science*(JELIS). The Editor will
build on the success of the present editors and will lead in the
advancement of knowledge by working with the Editorial Board and University
of Toronto Press. The incoming Editor will have the unique opportunity to
shape the literature of library and information science education. The new
Editor will assume responsibilities with Issue #1, 2019. The initial term
of service is three years, with the possibility of renewal. The deadline
for application is December 21, 2017. ALISE is open to applications from
two individuals who would like to work as co-editors.

*Qualifications:*

   - Relevant library and information science (LIS) education experience
   - Experience as a researcher within the field of LIS
   - Familiarity with the evolving landscape of scholarly publishing
   - Awareness of the LIS community and the intellectual and practical
   developments in the field
   - Vision for the future direction of JELIS
   - Experience with journal editorial work, particularly copy-editing,
   managing the peer review process, and working with production
   - Familiarity with electronic publishing
   - Ability to work in an electronic environment
   - Attention to details, including deadlines and costs
   - Commitment to attending ALISE Annual Conferences

The incoming Editor will receive a per-issue honorarium to support
editorial expenses. The Editor’s home institution should be willing to
provide the support necessary for success. Examples of institutional
support that have been provided in the past include office space, supplies,
and other overhead expenses and editorial internships for students.
Applicants who are not associated with an institution should provide
evidence of ability to provide the support necessary for success without
institutional backing.

Interested individuals should send the following to Louise Spiteri, Chair
of the Search Committee:

   - Curriculum vitae
   - Writing sample (e.g., a copy of a recently-published article)
   - Evidence of editing or reviewing experience
   - Statement of vision for the journal
   - Name and contact information of three individuals who can assess
   potential as journal editor
   - Statement from the applicant’s home institution affirming the specific
   nature of institutional support forthcoming or evidence of ability to
   provide the support necessary for success without institutional backing.

For further information on the journal, see the Publications section of
http://www.alise.org/ or http://dpi-journals.com/index.php/JELIS

Please send electronic copies of application materials to:
Dr. Louise Spiteri, Chair,
JELIS Editor Search Committee
Louise.Spiteri at dal.ca

*Submission Deadline for Applications: Dec. 21, 2017*

For more details about the position, go to:

https://ali.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&year=2017&month=09&day=18&id=68

Best,

Rong
-- 
Rong Tang, PhD.
Associate Professor
School of Library and Information Science
Director, Simmons Usability Lab
Director, SLIS PhD Program
Simmons College

Director for External Relations, Association for Library and Information
Science Education
rong.tang at simmons.edu
1-617-521-2880