Mathematics Education Researchers (MER) community
Job Description:
We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.
About the Role:
Wiley’s prestigious social science and humanities (SSH) portfolio is looking for a dynamic and ambitious individual to join the team in the role of Editor-in-Chief, Education. You will use your background in educational research, your knowledge of the publishing landscape, and your strong communication and global networking skills to drive the strategic development of one or more journals, raising the profile and visibility of those journal(s) in the community, and attracting new authors and content. The Editor-in-Chief will also be involved in the peer review process and decision-making of submitted manuscripts and ensuring adoption of best practices and highest ethical standards in publishing.
What we look for:
- A PhD degree in educational research, with an excellent research background and a strong understanding of recent trends and developments in a variety of educational contexts.
- Manuscript handling experience (including pre-screening, peer review, final decision, appeals and integrity cases).
- Demonstrated commissioning experience including identifying priority topics, approaching prospective authors, agreeing outlines/timelines, and guiding authors through to submission.
- Strong global networks within research communities.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a collaborative setting and achieve results through personal influence and engagement.
- Flexible and innovative approach to problems and a focus on defining and achieving outcomes.
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills with an excellent command of the English language (both written and verbal).
- A strong understanding of scientific publishing, and desire to advocate for innovations in publishing and open research.
- Confidence to present and represent the Education portfolio at international conferences/ institute visits, nurture existing contacts and develop new networks