Expressions of interest

The highly regarded journal of the AASW, Australian Social Work, is seeking expressions of interest from for the position of Reviews Editor. The Reviews Editor is also a member of the Editorial Board.

The Reviews Editor works closely with the Editor, Associate Editors and Publications Officer as a member of the editorial team, coordinating the process of reviewing books and other published works for inclusion in the journal. Reviews published in the journal provide a useful resource to the readership and complement articles and commentary by leading authors and practitioners.

Role and responsibilities

• identify suitable books and works for review in liaison with the Editor, Associate Editors and Publication Officer
• coordinate a panel of suitable reviewers and provide professional support and advice
• oversee a high quality of reviews for publication
• adhere to the copyediting and publishing standards of the Journal
• contribute towards efforts in maintaining and exceeding the journal’s high editorial and operational standards as a core social work journal
• provide suggestions and recommendations to the editor and publisher staff for continuous quality improvement
• liaise regularly with the Editor/s and Publications Officer regarding all aspects of the Journal, review process and publishing schedule
• be available to offer editorial advice to the Editor/s as required
• advocate on behalf of the journal in an effort to recruit readers, authors, peer reviewers, board members, and other potential partners
• represent and advocate for the journal at social work-related conferences and symposia
• undertake reviews of books and articles typically 3-4 per year.

The successful applicant

The successful applicant will have:

• A record of publication in high quality national or international peer reviewed journals in social work or related areas of scholarship
• Demonstrated capacity to provide critical reviews of books and manuscripts to ensure publications meet international standards of scholarship
• High level communication skills and capacity to work effectively as a member of the Editorial team and the Editorial Board.
• Capacity to contribute to the ongoing development of editorial policies and content of the Journal
• Resident in Australia
• Current member of the AASW and record of continuous membership of the AASW over the previous 12 months.

The appointment is for an initial two-year term, with potential for renewal according to the Editorial Board Terms of Reference. The position requires a minimum commitment of 12 hours per month. An honorarium of $600 per issue is paid.

• Find out more about Australian Social Work on the AASW website, www.aasw.asn.au
• For more information, please email Dr Rosalie Pockett, Chair Editorial Board Rosalie.pockett@sydney.edu.au or Professor Fiona McDermott, Editor Australian Social Work Fiona.mcdermott@monash.edu with your query or contact details to discuss the position.