Join Our Team as a Managing Editor!

Are you passionate about sports medicine and exercise science? Do you thrive in a dynamic editorial environment where collaboration and servant leadership are key? The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is looking for a dedicated Managing Editor to oversee the production and publication of two of our esteemed journals, the Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine (TJACSM) and Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews (ESSR).

As a Managing Editor, you will play a pivotal role in managing two journals and maintaining seamless communication with authors, reviewers, editors, and production personnel. Your commitment to the mission and members of ACSM will drive you to be an integral part of our productive, efficient, and empowered team.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of sports medicine and exercise science, we invite you to apply and join us in advancing the field through high-quality publications and collaborative efforts.

This position is hybrid and only accepting applications from candidates who live in Indiana with priority given to those who live in the Indianapolis area.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary duties as managing editor of Translational Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine and Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews include:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the editors-in-chief (EICs) to include assisting with journal administrative duties, planning compendia/issues (including any special sections/supplements and collections), coordinating article recruitment and serving as a liaison between the EICs and publisher
• Process and format check all submitted articles
• Maintain timelines for all compendia/issues by reminding authors, associate editors, and reviewers of deadlines
• Assign new and revised manuscripts to EICs or section editors, process decisions for manuscripts and perform final format check on accepted manuscripts
• Correspond with authors, reviewers, EICs, digital content editors, associate editors, and journal production editors as needed
• Handle production preparation and edit proofs
• Maintain and update features on the journals’ web sites
• Communicate details for each issue to the marketing and communications team for promotion in the Bulletin, on social media, and via other ACSM venues
• Maintain procedures documentation and instructions for authors
• Maintain lists of associate editors and editorial board members, including periodic working with the EIC to periodically review the team’s progress, rolling members off the boards, and inviting new members
• Respond to general inquiries

Primary duties for other publications include:

• Assist on book and journal projects as requested
• Attend ACSM Annual Meeting as requested Maintain a rigorous focus on meeting member needs and creating a valuable member experience.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge:

• Standard software programs (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Journal manuscript management systems; Editorial Manager knowledge preferred
• Knowledge or experience with iThenticate is preferred

Skills:

• Periodicals production
• Scientific, technical, medical writing and editing
• Customer service
• Oral and written communication
• Time management
• Desire and ability to operate as a team player both on core team and across the organization.

• Organized, detail oriented, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes.
• Problem solving and analytical skills which can be used to take initiative, provide superior customer service and meet objectives of the department and the organization.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism (or related field)

• PREFERENCES: Bachelor’s degree in journalism with five (5) years of scientific publishing experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Attends ACSM meetings as required
• Maintains current license, certification, or registration as applicable
• Follows dress code policy
• Adheres to attendance/scheduling policies
• Demonstrates flexibility in participating in staffing needs
• Understands and adheres to the ACSM Mission

About American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is a member led, staff supported 501c3 membership association with a vision to extend and enrich lives through the power of movement. ACSM is the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world, with nearly 50,000 members and certified professionals in more than 100 countries. Together, ACSM and its constituents are committed to the mission of educating and empowering professionals to advance the science and practice of health and human performance.

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