Editor-in-Chief of JMIRx Bio

About JMIR PublicationsJMIR Publications is a rapidly growing open access publisher of peer-reviewed STEM journals, with an emphasis on medicine, health, and technology titles. The ambitious vision of JMIR Publications is to lead the transformation to open science and to contribute to a world where people are empowered by health research and technology to make effective and informed decisions. Over its 25-year history, the flagship journal, the Journal of Medical Internet Research, has received continued recognition as a leading digital health journal, both in quality (leading impact factors) and quantity (number of articles published).

JMIR Publications is seeking qualified individuals to take on editorial responsibility as Editor-in-Chief for its newest JMIRx superjournal, JMIRx Bio. JMIRx Bio is part of a new publishing model conceptualized by JMIR Publications CEO and Founding Publisher, Gunther Eysenbach, MD, MPH, FACMI, called Plan P – a progressive framework and platform for institutions and funders to promote open science.

Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesWorking closely with the Founding Publisher and the Editorial Department, a successful Editor-in-Chief candidate will lead this innovative journal in promoting open science through partnerships between progressive academic institutions, peer review services, and the scientific community. In addition to upholding editorial strategy, publication quality, and research integrity, the candidate also:

• Sources and works with a diverse and highly skilled editorial board to shape, lead, and execute the journal's vision
• Leads the journal team towards achieving the priorities and objectives for the journal
• Collaborates with the JMIR Publications team to create and implement a strategy to strengthen and grow the journal's operation and impact
• Encourages and solicits the submission of manuscripts (preprints) from colleagues and leading researchers

Education

• PhD and/or MD and/or doctoral degree equivalent in the biological or life sciences, biomedical fields, or a related discipline

Experience

• Active scientist or academic clinician who is internationally recognized and has expertise in biological or life sciences, biomedical fields, or a related discipline
• History of publishing with journals and scholarly publications in their field(s) of expertise
• Editorial experience as a journal editor, and/or deputy or associate editor in a biomedical journal with experience in the peer review process and communicating with authors, reviewers, and publishers
• Thought leader that can drive strategy and innovation in publishing, foster a community of authors, editors, and reviewers, and solicit high-quality research from leading authors in the field
• Familiar with reporting standards, ethical guidelines for publishing, and be aware of the current new developments and changes in the publishing environment

Competencies

• Energetic and innovative leader - Passionate about health research and technology, innovation, and health information dissemination, and familiar with current trends in biological and life sciences and biomedical research
• Critical Thinker and Problem Solver - Uses rigor, fact-based data & logic to solve difficult problems
• Clear Communicator - Effectively communicates written and oral with all stakeholders, including external scientific and scholarly industry, authors and publisher staff.
• High-quality Work - Detail-oriented delivering high-quality research quickly and efficiently. Also has a passion for the English academic and scientific language and clarity of expression
• Honesty and Integrity - Transparent in their approach and is trusted widely by others. Is seen as open, truthful and direct. Operates with respect, transparency, committed to maintaining a high level of integrity
• Science standard-bearer - Supports all facets of evaluating and disseminating high-quality research from leading authors in the field

CompensationAn honorarium will be commensurate with the journal and candidate's experience.

ApplicationsInterested candidates should submit the following documents:1. A current CV and/or resume;2. A letter outlining their fit and expertise to lead this innovative journal;3. Additional comments in the provided letter describing why you are a match for this position, description of any potential conflicts of interest

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