Editor-in-Chief Request for Applications
The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) invites applications for the position of Editor-in-Chief of Clinical and Translational Gastroenterology (CTG), an open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed medical journal published by the ACG. The Editor-in-Chief is appointed for a 3-year term commencing January 1, 2027, and shall be eligible for reappointment for 1 additional term, with a maximum term as editor of 6 years.
Clinical and Translational Gastroenterology seeks to promptly publish and broadly disseminate important clinical care insights and significant scientific discoveries that impact the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of digestive disorders. CTG hopes to fulfill an unmet need for clinicians and scientists by welcoming novel cohort studies, early-phase clinical trials, qualitative and quantitative epidemiologic research, hypothesis-generating research, and studies of novel mechanisms and methodologies including public health interventions. CTG also welcomes hypothesis-generating studies, methods papers, and translational research with clear applications to human physiological processes or diseases involving the gastrointestinal system. CTG expands the scope of translational research to include public health dimensions that impact the human experience.
Position Overview
The Editor-in-Chief provides the scientific vision and editorial leadership for the journal and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of editorial quality, integrity, and impact. The Editor-in-Chief works with the Board of Trustees, ACG staff, and ACG’s publishing partner to guide the strategic direction and continued growth of the journal.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the decision process for all manuscripts submitted and has final responsibility and authority over all editorial decisions and is assisted by associate editors. The Editor-in-Chief will be responsible for the timely, efficient, and high-quality publication of the journal.
- Will have the latitude to shape the content and format of the journal periodically in response to specific trends and needs of the practicing gastroenterology community, in manners consistent with objectives established with the Editorial Board and ACG Board of Trustees.
- Remain up to date on clinical trends and acts as a primary resource for the content of the journal.
- Writes editorials and solicits guest editorials or commentaries.
- Must have a willingness to explore the use of social media and technology tools to enhance journal usage and author interest.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates should have:
- A MD or DO degree with extensive experience in medicine and translational research in gastroenterology.
- A strong record of scholarly achievement in gastroenterology or related fields as evidenced by publications and professional activities.
- Experience of the publishing process would be an advantage, ideally gained while serving as a member of an Editorial Board.
- All applicants are expected to be members of the American College of Gastroenterology and must be from an academic institution within North America.
Terms and Support
The Editor-in-Chief will serve a 3-year renewable term and will receive dedicated editorial and administrative support from the ACG. The Editor-in-Chief receives an honorarium in recognition of his/her service to the Journal, the College, and the gastroenterology community. The Editor-in-Chief must relinquish editorial or other decision-making roles at any other peer-reviewed publications.