Emerald Publishing invites applications for the position of Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Systems and Information Technology (JSIT). 

Journal Scope

The Journal provides an avenue for scholarly work that researches systems thinking applications, information systems, electronic business, data analytics, information sciences, information management, business intelligence, and complex adaptive systems in the application domains of the business environment, health, the built environment, cultural settings, and the natural environment. Papers examine the wider implications of the systems or technology being researched. 

For further information and the latest content, please see the journal homepage: https://www.emeraldgrouppublishing.com/journal/jsit

Qualities Required

Some of the key qualities sought for the position of Editor-in-Chief are: an established record of scholarship in the field; previous experience in an editorial role (i.e. journals, special issues, book volumes); managerial skills to oversee the editorial cycle and meet deadlines; a willingness to work closely and collaboratively with the journal Commissioning Editor; the ability to inspire an active Editorial Board; a clear long-term vision for JSIT both in terms of the quality of research published and its position within its academic discipline; a willingness and drive to embrace the opportunity to develop JSIT and raise its standing.

Main Editor-in-Chief responsibilities include: 

• Management of the editorial office via the online submission tool ScholarOne (full training will be provided) 
• Soliciting high quality manuscripts and assisting authors through the editorial process  
• Initial screening of submissions and the management of the peer review process  
• Selecting a pool of competent reviewers  
• Supplying accepted articles to the Publisher; working within the agreed schedule  
• Working with and managing the contributions of the Editorial Board  
• Advising Emerald on the direction and development of JSIT 
• Promoting JSIT to your networks and at conferences to encourage authorship and usage. 

An editorial honorarium will be provided by the Publisher – further details available following the application process.

Application Process

Please send applications via email to the Commissioning Editor, Dr Paul Kidd: [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed by the publishing team and should include: 

• A covering letter outlining your previous editorial experience, why this role interests you at this particular time, your vision for the future development of the journal, and an outline of any support that may be offered by your institution for this Editorship role. 
• A current CV

Applications from individual Editors or Editorial teams (i.e., two Co-Editors) may also be considered.

Closing date for applications is: Friday 26th July 2024

To express your interest, or for further information, please contact the Commissioning Editor on the above email address.