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About the role
The Regional Studies Association seeks to appoint an Editor to the journal, Regional Studies, Regional Science. The successful candidate will join the existing team of Editors in managing the peer review of general submissions in their area of expertise, enhancing the journal’s reputation as a world-leading publication in the field of regional studies, and ensuring that it is positioned to attract the best authors and papers for its readership.
About the journal
Regional Studies, Regional Science is an open access journal about regional and urban issues in geography, economics, regional science, environmental studies, planning and governance. RSRS explores a wide range of topics from across the social sciences, which generally have a regional focus. We particularly welcome the following types of submissions: critiques and debates that challenge theories from traditional regional perspectives; case studies rich in regional experience with universal significance for global readers; evaluations of the effectiveness of policy implementations related to regional development; and innovative methods (e.g. AI) and perspectives in regional studies.
Regional Studies, Regional Science is a gold open-access journal owned by the Regional Studies Association. The journal is supported by an editorial office, which manages submissions and the peer-review process.
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Key Skills and Attributes
- Expertise in the fields of regional studies and regional science.
- Expertise in quantitative or mixed-methods research traditions.
- Experience in academic publishing and familiarity with all stages of the process.
- The capacity to devote time each week to the role, and to attend Editorial Board meetings and training sessions as needed.
- The ability to ensure all submitted manuscripts are considered in a prompt, consistent and professional manner.
- The ability to confidently use an online peer review management system (though training will be provided).
- The ability to select appropriate independent reviewers, provide authors with constructive feedback based on the reviews received and make recommendations to the Editor in Chief.
- A strong commitment to ethical rigour as well as knowledge of the COPE guidelines and commitment to ensure that the journal adheres to strict ethical standards at all times.
- A vision and enthusiasm for the continuous development of the journal.
Application instructions
In making expressions of interest candidates are invited to submit:
- a brief editorial manifesto/ vision statement outlining their intentions for the safeguarding and further development of the academic;excellence, relevance and scope of Regional Studies, Regional Science;
- an indication of host institution support; and
- a full CV – these may be in summary form but should give enough information to demonstrate embeddedness in the field, e.g., information about networks, conferences attended, relevant publications, professional memberships, etc.
Candidates are asked to provide a list of any potential conflicts of interest within the vision statement (if applicable). The list should include the candidate’s other commitments and roles involving journals, books, and societies that produce publications (e.g. membership of publication oversight committees).
The selection of the new Editor will be made by the Regional Studies Association Board in the light of recommendations from the Regional Studies Association’s Journals Committee. The appointed candidate will begin their term in late 2026/early 2027.
The successful candidate will be expected to join the RSA as a Member throughout their term. Current non-Members may apply. Further details on are available from the Regional Studies Association Office or from the Association website at https://www.regionalstudies.org/about/memberships/
Interested applicants with questions about the journal are invited to contact: Tom Merriweather, Head of Publishing, RSA, tom.merriweather@regionalstudies.org
Closing date: No later than 5pm BST, Friday 25th September.
Journal pledge
The journal is committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion within its editorial team and decision making processes. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential, and each will be judged on its merits without bias for seniority of institutional affiliation. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
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