‘Theological Librarianship’ Accepting Applications for Editorial Board Vacancies

Theological Librarianship (TL) is an online open-access journal published by Atla Open Press. TL publishes essays, columns, critical reviews, bibliographic essays, and peer-reviewed articles on various aspects of theological librarianship and its contribution to theological education.

Members of the Editorial Board work collaboratively with the Editor in Chief to produce two issues of the journal annually. Editorial Board members actively seek submissions and proposals and oversee every stage of the editorial and publication process, including receiving submissions, sending articles for peer-review, returning articles to authors for revision, making final decision to publish, and guiding articles through the copy editing, proofreading, and production process. Editors will also develop a network of peer-reviewers, contribute to the overall direction and structure of the journal, and help to oversee the general editorial process.

A modest stipend is paid to each editor with the publication of each issue and funding is provided for travel to the in-person meeting of the full editorial board each January.

The positions are appointed by Atla’s Executive Director. The term of the current vacancies will run January 1, 2020 – June 30, 2022, with optional renewal to a full three-year term commencing July 1, 2022.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Shepherd authors and content through the editorial process as assigned by the Editor in Chief. Assignments may be for a specific journal section or across a variety of sections.
• Participate in regular meetings of the Editorial Board, including one in-person meeting per calendar year and virtual meetings as set by the Editor in Chief
• Promote the journal to prospective authors and readers
• As coordinated by the Editor in Chief, contribute to the work of the Journal by participating in relevant activities at the Atla Annual Conference, assessing the journal’s performance, participating in strategic planning, and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Maintain Atla Individual or Retired membership during term(s) of appointment
• Experience with editing
• Capacity to work collegially with authors and editors
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with Theological Librarianship and its function within and beyond the Atla community

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with open access publishing platforms, especially PKP’s Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform
• Knowledge of scholarly communication issues, particularly in the area of theology and religion
• Background of involvement with Atla, including its committees, Annual Conferences, programs, or other activities

To apply please submit a cover letter and current resume or CV to jobs@atla.com by October 30, 2019.