Deputy Editor-in-Chief role, Geophysical Journal International
Margaret Segou
Geophysical Journal International (GJI) is one of the world's leading peer-reviewed research journals in solid-Earth geophysics and is seeking a new Deputy Editor-in-Chief to support the Editor-in-Chief, Dr Margarita Segou, with the journal development and wider activities of the journal.
GJI has been publishing high-impact articles for nearly 75 years and has been an Open Access journal since January 2024.
The appointment is for a five-year term, with a start date by negotiation. The successful applicant will join the GJI Editorial Board as an editor for 3 months to become familiar with the way the journal handles manuscripts before taking on the responsibilities of the Deputy Editor-in-Chief.
We are particularly interested in finding a highly motivated individual with expertise in solid-Earth geophysics and an interest in academic journal publishing.
Further details are available in the accompanying role description.
Application Process
Applicants should send a CV and covering letter to the RAS Head of Publishing, Liz Baker at eba...@ras.ac.uk. The covering letter should include relevant experience and explain their interest in the position.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr Margarita Segou at mse...@bgs.ac.uk
The closing date for applications will be Wednesday 22nd October 2025.