Journal of Injury & Illness Prevention in Sport
Associate Editor
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The Journal of Injury & Illness Prevention in Sport (JiiPS)
The Journal of Injury & Illness Prevention in Sport (JiiPS) is a gold, open-access journal dedicated to advancing research in sports medicine, athlete health, injury epidemiology, prevention, and rehabilitation. The journal is committed to a publishing process that is faster, fairer, and more transparent for both authors and reviewers. By prioritizing open access and rigorous editorial standards, JiiPS supports evidence-based practice and innovation in sports injury and illness prevention.
About the Opportunity
As we expand, we are seeking Associate Editors to help support the peer review process and contribute to the continued growth and development of the journal.
We are particularly interested, although not exclusively, in individuals based in Asia, Africa, and Australasia, as well as those with expertise in:
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Why Join Us?
- Payment for each manuscript handled
- Recognition as a member of the Editorial Board
- Discounted Article Processing Charges (APCs)
- Opportunity to help shape a growing international journal
To express your interest, please complete the form below. Applications completed through LinkedIn will not be included.
Note: Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Qualifications
- Strong background in sports medicine, athlete health, injury prevention, epidemiology, rehabilitation, or a closely related field.
- Experience with academic publishing, peer review processes, and editorial decision-making in scholarly journals.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to evaluate scientific manuscripts for clarity, rigor, and relevance.
- Familiarity with research methodologies, study design, and ethical standards in clinical and sports science research.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage multiple submissions, and meet deadlines consistently.
- Proficiency with online manuscript management systems and standard office software tools.
- Advanced degree (e.g., PhD, MD, DPT, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and transparent, fair treatment of authors and reviewers.
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