European Journal of Medical Research is an open access journal that publishes translational, preclinical and clinical research of international interest across all medical disciplines, enabling clinicians and other researchers to be informed of developments and innovations within these disciplines and across the boundaries between disciplines. While publishing across all medical and clinical disciplines the journal also has a special focus on internal medicine, surgery, neurology, infectious diseases and intensive care medicine. This journal publishes high quality research and reviews and aims to ensure that the results of all well-conducted research are published, regardless of their outcome.
Established in 1995, the journal is owned and published by BMC, part of Springer Nature.
BMC is seeking to appoint an Editor-in-Chief to succeed Martijn van Griensven and Edwin Bölke, who will be stepping down as Editors of the journal in December 2024.
The newly appointed Editor-in-Chief will have full editorial responsibility for the content published in the Journal and for ensuring that the ethos, editorial standards, policies and scope of European Journal of Medical Research are maintained. They will also be responsible for leading the Editorial Board and providing strategic guidance and overseeing the commissioning of non-research content.
The ideal candidates will be:
- Individuals with expertise in the field of clinical and medical science, able to demonstrate their impact in the field with an extensive publication history.
- Experienced as journal Editors, with strong critical analysis and appraisal skills, and a good understanding of peer review and publication ethics.
- Keen supporters of open access publishing.
- Able to demonstrate strong leadership.
- Excellent strategic planners with the ability to develop a clear vision for the European Journal of Medical Research.
- Interested in building strong community relationships with experts at all levels.
- Keen to innovate and continuously develop European Journal of Medical Research.
- Engaged with technology and willing to use the Journal’s online submission and peer review tools.
- Able to dedicate time on a regular basis to a busy and thriving journal.
- Senior and well-recognized researcher with a broad network in this field.
- Have strong knowledge on medical research, and preferably also with clinical experience.
- Have a passion for editorial work and a willingness to provide prompt responses to journal issues.
European Journal of Medical Research is currently supported by an Editorial Office run by the publisher for administrative services, and is further supported by a committed team of Senior Editors and Associate Editors. The position offers an honorarium; whilst the time commitment is flexible, we anticipate the post-holder would also have a full-time position elsewhere.
Term of appointment
The term of office will be for five years, with an option for renewal by mutual consent for a further five years.
Applications
Further details regarding the role and a detailed job description can be obtained by contacting Qiao Hui, Senior Publisher, at qiao.hui@cn.springernature.com.
Applications should include a full CV, a letter explaining your interest in the post, and an outline of what your editorial policy and vision might be. Applications should be sent to Qiao Hui at qiao.hui@cn.springernature.com.
Closing date for applications
30 September 2024
Interviews and start date
Interviews will be held in October 2024, with a start date ideally no later than 1 January 2025.