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Call for Applicants for EBLIP Journal: Production Editor

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DOI: 10.18438/eblip30479

Evidence Based Library and Information Practice (EBLIP), a peer-reviewed, open access journal published quarterly since 2006, seeks to fill the position of Production Editor. The successful candidate will be expected to begin their role by May 1, 2024, and serve a three-year term (with possibility of renewal).

The Production Editor will be responsible for:

• Layout of all journal content in PDF and HTML formats.
• Working with the editorial team to ensure that the journal’s publication guidelines are followed and that the publication maintains a professional and consistent appearance.
• Supervising the Editorial Intern to ensure proper formatting and accurate metadata for each article.
• Scheduling all articles for publication on the website.
• Communicating and consulting with the Editor-in-Chief on a regular basis.
• Attending editorial team meetings via Zoom on a quarterly basis and participating in the overall governance of the journal.
• Ensuring that all necessary deadlines are met.
• Communicating with potential authors and responding to queries.

The ideal candidate for Production Editor will be experienced in Microsoft Word, exhibit careful attention to detail, and have the ability to meet tight deadlines. Familiarity with PKP’s Online Journal System is beneficial. Knowledge of evidence based practice is also an asset.

This position requires dedicated time on a regular basis, and it is therefore essential that interested persons ensure available time to devote to this position prior to applying. The bulk of work occurs on a quarterly basis prior to journal publication, and the estimated workload is approximately 15-20 hours per issue.

Interested persons should send a cover letter, indicating areas of strength they would bring to the role, and resume/CV as a single PDF file to Ann Medaille, Editor-in-Chief, at [email protected] by January 26, 2024. For informal inquiries and more information about the role, contact the current Production Editor, Rachel Hinrichs, at [email protected].

**Please note that Evidence Based Library and Information Practice is a non-profit, open access journal and all positions are voluntary and unpaid.

About the journal:

Published quarterly and hosted by the University of Alberta, this peer-reviewed, open access journal is targeted at all library and information professionals interested in an evidence based model of practice. By facilitating access to librarianship research via original research articles and evidence summaries of relevant research from the library literature, Evidence Based Library and Information Practice enables librarians to practice their profession in an evidence based manner. Please visit the Evidence Based Library and Information Practice website for further information about the journal.