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Editor in Chief of the BDJ Portfolio
The BDJ Portfolio is a highly regarded suite of dental journals published on behalf of the BDA by Springer Nature. Consisting of the flagship title, the British Dental Journal (BDJ), and five additional titles: BDJ Open, Evidence-Based Dentistry, BDJ In Practice, BDJ Team, and BDJ Student, the Portfolio collectively aims to provide information and guidance for dentists, researchers, dental care professionals, and students.
As Editor in Chief of the BDJ Portfolio, you will:
- Direct and oversee the full portfolio of journals
- Serve as a point of contact for Editors and Associate Editors
- Advocate and work on development goals at both individual journal and portfolio levels
- Proofread and assess articles for suitability across the portfolio
- Help each journal achieve its aims and priorities individually and collectively as a Portfolio.
Salary: Competitive. Dependent on experience.
Hours of work: Part time role (16 hours per week or equivalent of two days per week)
Status: The role is open to those seeking employment or self-employment.
Editor in Chief job description
Closing date for applications: Monday 15 July 2024
BDJ Editor
As the flagship journal of the BDJ Portfolio, the BDJ aims to inform readers of ideas, opinions, and the latest research and key issues within dentistry – including clinical, practical, and scientific – to spark interest, debate and discussion among dentists of all disciplines, across the world.
As BDJ Editor, you will:
- Support the steady flow of published content
- Manage the peer review process for manuscripts under consideration by the journal
- Collaborate closely with the Publisher to drive the BDJ’s strategic development
- Be an advocate for the BDJ and the BDJ Portfolio
- Work routinely with Springer Nature on journal development to further the journal’s impact and reach while advancing the field of dental and oral health research.
Salary: Competitive. Dependent on experience.
Hours of work: Part time role (24 hours per week or equivalent of three days per week).
Status: The role is open to those seeking employment or self-employment.
Closing date for applications: Monday 15 July 2024
Culture at the BDA
We are committed to supporting our members throughout their professional lives; using our influence for the benefit of members, the dental profession, and patients; and sharing our collective knowledge and expertise.
We are guided by our core values:
- Members are at the heart of everything we do
- Together, we are stronger.
We welcome new colleagues who can share our values and work with us to achieve our goals. Read more about Culture at the BDA.
How to apply
Applicants must complete the online application form corresponding to the job advertisement and include a CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the criteria described in the job description and person specification. CVs on their own are not accepted.
We shortlist candidates for interview based on the strength of their application in relation to the person specification of the role.
Candidates are therefore advised to refer to the person specification of the role that they are applying for when completing the application form.
In particular, candidates should include a cover letter to explain how they match each of the criteria in the person specification and use examples where possible.
Please note that we reserve the right to move the closing date forward once a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received. Candidates are therefore encouraged to complete and return their application at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.
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