Call for Applications: Editor-in-Chief Position

The Iberoamerican Journal of Science Measurement and Communication is currently seeking applications and nominations for the position of Editor-in-Chief. The role will commence on June 1, 2025, and may be renewed for an additional two years.

About the Journal

The Iberoamerican Journal of Science Measurement and Communication is a peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal established in 2020. It publishes original research and review articles four times a year. The journal's primary focus is on promoting knowledge and best practices in the following areas: public understanding of science, science communication, citizen science, science-society relations, bibliometrics, and the evaluation of scientific activity. The journal is widely indexed, including in Scopus (Q1), EBSCO, ProQuest, Google Scholar, and other international databases.

Responsibilities of the Editor-in-Chief

The Editor-in-Chief will:

• Oversee the peer review process for manuscripts assigned to them.
• Ensure adherence to the journal’s editorial policies and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with associate editors, reviewers, and authors throughout the editorial process.
• Lead the coordination and delivery of the journal’s four annual issues.
• Provide strategic input to support the journal’s development and outreach.
• Work remotely with flexible scheduling (minimum commitment of approximately 2 hours per week).
• Operate the editorial workflow using the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform.

The Publisher will provide the Editor-in-Chief with full technical, strategic, and administrative support to facilitate the effective execution of their role.

Eligibility and Qualifications

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Hold a doctoral degree (PhD) in a relevant scientific field.
• Have a strong academic background in areas related to public understanding of science, science communication, citizen science, science-society relations, bibliometrics, and the evaluation of scientific activity.
• Demonstrate a commitment to academic publishing and editorial integrity.
• Prior editorial experience is considered a strong asset but is not required.
• Possess excellent command of written and spoken English.

Compensation

The journal has a well-defined compensation system for the Editor-in-Chief. Further details will be discussed in strict confidence with the selected candidate.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit the following documents by May 20, 2025:

• A full academic CV highlighting relevant research and editorial experience.
• Please send your application materials to ijsmc@pro-metrics.org.

Applicants are highly encouraged to review the journal's editorial guidelines and policies prior to applying. These can be found on the journal’s website: https://ijsmc.pro-metrics.org.