2025-2026 ACG Case Reports Journal Editorial Board Application

ACG Case Reports Journal Editorial Board Applications 2025-2026

The ACG Case Reports Journal is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication that provides GI fellows, private practice clinicians, and other members of the health care team an opportunity to share interesting case reports with their peers and with leaders in the field. Articles are published online for free to all readers and prominently feature images and videos with case descriptions. Please visit www.acgcasereports.com for more information and to view previously published articles.

The ACG Case Reports Journal was created to help fulfill ACG’s commitment to providing growth and learning opportunities for physicians still in GI fellowship and is edited exclusively by GI fellows. As an Editor, you will guide submissions through the publication process with support from ACG publications staff. Join the editorial board to gain valuable editorial experience, help your peers share their work, and establish your reputation as a leader. All positions have 1-year terms beginning July 1, 2025.

Positions

Co-Editor-in-Chief
• Reports to the Digital Publications Committee and works with the Editorial Office
• Responsible for all scientific content and final decisions on manuscripts
• Discusses manuscripts with Associate Editors and decides whether to accept, revise, or reject
• With ACG publications staff, makes recommendations on policies and best practices for the journal
• Suggests improvements, additions, and changes to better the journal and experience for editors
• May have the opportunity to present at publishing-related ACG events throughout the year
• Represent the Journal as part of the “How to Get Published” panel at the annual ACG meeting
• Represents the journal to authors and others
• Records podcasts with authors of selected articles
• Supervises and provides feedback to Associate Editors
• Supervises and provides guidance during the peer review process
• This position is limited to a single 1-year term
• Attends the ACG Annual Scientific Meeting

Associate Editors
• Reports to Co-Editor-in-Chiefs
• Reviews submitted manuscripts and recommends them for acceptance or rejection to the Editor-in-Chief
• Suggests peer reviewers for manuscripts and evaluates reviewer reports when received
• Records at least 1 “Behind the Case” podcast.
• Prepares at least 1 “Case of the Month” summary to be featured on the journal’s website.
• Maintains knowledge of current practice and literature to determine merit of individual submissions
• Will have opportunity to write Editorials and other articles in the journal throughout the year
• Promotes readership or participation with the journal among peers and colleagues
• Can be renewed for a second 1-year term, contingent on satisfactory performance and eligibility.
• Attends the ACG Annual Scientific Meeting

Eligibility: Eligible applicants for all positions should be GI fellows in North America who will start their second, third, or fourth year of GI fellowship on July 1, 2025. Appointed editors are required to join ACG if not currently a member.

Institutional Commitment: There must be a strong commitment from the candidate’s division to support the candidate’s work with the journal. The journal will contact the fellowship program director upon receipt of a candidate’s application.

Individual Commitment: The candidate must have the time and interest to maintain consistent attention to the journal and to processing manuscripts. Editors are expected to check their assignments at least twice per week with the expectation of 10-12 hours of work per week.

Editors must attend the ACG Annual Meeting. This year’s meeting takes place in Phoenix, AZ from October 24-29, 2025.

Compensation: Editors will receive a travel stipend to the ACG Annual Meeting as recognition for their contributions.

Deadline: Please complete this application online by April 15, 2025.

Application Form
Name*
First Last
Degree(s):*
Year of fellowship (as of July 1, 2025)*
If you will be a 4th year fellow, what type of 4th year fellowship (IBD, Hepatology, etc) will you be completing?*
If this does not apply to you, please put N/A in the field.
If you are applying for a 4th year, will you be changing institutions? Please add the institution name. Answer the question to the best of your knowledge.*
If this does not apply to you, please put N/A in the field.
Areas of research interest:*
For example- IBD, Luminal, Endoscopy, Hepatology, Biliary, etc. in order of preference. All editors will handle all topics but we would like to know your primary interests.
Which position would you like to be considered for?*
Name of Institution*
Institution Address*
Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country
Preferred Email Address:*
Secondary Email Address:
ACG Member*
Have you peer-reviewed for ACG Case Reports?*
Division Chief's Name*
Advisor/Mentor's Name:*
Advisor/Mentor's Email:*
Personal Statement*
Provide a brief personal statement of 400 words or fewer describing why you are an ideal candidate for the ACG Case Reports Journal editorial board. We read these statements to better gauge your personal approach to this opportunity and fit with the editorial team, so feel free to include a bit of personality.
Max. file size: 50 MB.
Curriculum Vitae*
Be sure to list published works and include details of any experience relevant to this editorial position.
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, csv, xlsx, xls, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB.
Social Media
Although this is not essential for the selection process, we would like to identify candidates who have strong Social Media experience.
Your first Tweet if you were successful in obtaining this post
Links to your public Twitter/X and other professional social media profiles
Please provide examples of posts promoting recently published manuscripts. Please limit it to 3 posts. Twitter/X is preferred; Linkedin and Facebook posts are alternatives.
Drop files here or

Max. file size: 50 MB.
Supporting Letters
Provide two letters of recommendation—one from your advisor or mentor and one from another faculty or professional reference—wherein they speak to your abilities and appropriateness for this position. Please be sure the letters are on institution letterhead. Candidates should upload letters on behalf of their references. References may be contacted for further information.
Letter of Recommendation (1)*
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, csv, xlsx, xls, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB.
Letter of Recommendation (2)*
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, pdf, csv, xlsx, xls, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB.
Deadline
Please complete this application online by April 15, 2025. Do not email or send your application through postal service. All supporting materials must be uploaded through this website. No late applications will be reviewed. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome in mid-June 2025.
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ACG Case Reports Journal Editorial Board Applications 2025-2026

Application Form

Social Media

Supporting Letters

Deadline

Please complete this application online by April 15, 2025. Do not email or send your application through postal service. All supporting materials must be uploaded through this website. No late applications will be reviewed. All applicants will be notified of the final outcome in mid-June 2025.