IJLCD Editor in Chief

overview of position Editor-in-Chief (Paediatric), International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders (IJLCD) We are seeking an Editor-in-Chief (Paediatric) for the IJLCD to co-lead our supportive editorial team from February 2027. The IJLCD is an international, peer-reviewed, clinically applied journal, which draws together findings from research in speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. The role of Editor-in-Chief is a senior leadership position in SLT research. It offers the post-holder the opportunity to lead on strategic and editorial development of the journal, to maximise the dissemination of high-quality research in the field of communication and swallowing disorders. the role The successful candidate for this position will: Have a PhD in a relevant academic discipline Have extensive knowledge, skills, and senior experience in research Have extensive experience handling peer-review / in academic publishing, ideally at least at an Associate Editor level Have a working understanding of current key issues and opportunities in academic publishing, including the Open Science, implications of AI and other items Have knowledge, skills, and experience in leadership and strategic development Commit to carrying out the role for a minimum term of three years Senior clinical and research experience as an SLT and membership of the RCSLT are desirable. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and/or under-represented groups are welcomed. what we can offer