Seeking In Vivo Editor for Endeavour journal
Endeavour, an international journal for the history and philosophy of science, published by Elsevier, is seeking a section editor for its In Vivo section.
In Vivo features short conversational papers where authors leverage their expertise in history and philosophy of science (HPS) to comment on present-day issues of general concern to readers. They demonstrate how HPS offers valuable insights and perspectives on modern problems and/or innovative solutions in addressing those problems. They consider how questions of today may indeed have precedents, both historical and philosophical, and yet offer an opportunity to rethink our standard narratives through interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary considerations. In Vivo is a place where authors can be visionary, experimental, provocative, and perhaps even playful in engaging their readers in issues of general concern while showcasing the value of HPS-informed perspectives.
The editor will possess a keen interest in recruiting submissions for the section, for instance by actively promoting the opportunity to potential authors through a range of networks and by leveraging social media, listservs, professional society groups, etc. The person will possess familiarity with conventions for writing or blogging for general audiences in a style aligned with informed opinion-editorial (OpEd) writing, in other words, conversational writing that is research-informed, in contrast to standard, scholarly communications of research. The In Vivo editor will possess strong communications skills, an interest in editing and publishing, training in HPS and/or allied disciplines, and effective collaboration skills.
This role is primarily one of professional service, acknowledged through a modest honorarium; it will offer the incumbent an opportunity to build one’s experience in editing and professional networking, contribute to the advancement of HPS, as well as participate in a fun, collaborative environment.
To be considered for the In Vivo editorship, interested colleagues are encouraged to contact the Editor-in-Chief, Dr Don Opitz, with expressions of interest and/or any questions.
For more information about Endeavour, visit the journal website, https://www.journals.elsevier.