Applications Invited for Co-Editor-in-Chief – Journal of Women and Gender in Higher Education

Application Submission Deadline: April 17, 2026

NASPA–Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education invites applicants for the position of Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Women and Gender in Higher Education (JWG). The official term is for three years beginning in March 2027.

Scope of JWG

JWG is published four times a year in both print and electronic formats. The journal publishes scholarship that centers gender-based experiences of students, faculty, and staff while examining oppression, including but not limited to patriarchy, sexism, trans* oppression, and cisnormativity as they intersect with other systems of domination. JWG includes manuscripts that not only focus on a gender-based group but also critically interrogate how gender has been used as a construct to limit opportunities and shape outcomes and experiences. The journal publishes high-quality, rigorous scholarship that can transform daily practice, research, and the field of higher education. JWG is a publication of NASPA, the leading voice of student affairs, in collaboration with Taylor and Francis.

Qualification and Requirements

The Co-Editor-in-Chief position is a substantial professional service commitment requiring the experience, judgment, and leadership of an established scholar-practitioner. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a sustained record of critical, gender-based scholarship in higher education and will guide the journal’s intellectual direction while ensuring high scholarly standards.

Applicants should have experience with academic publishing and peer review; strong managerial and organizational skills to oversee the editorial cycle and meet production deadlines; and the capacity to foster a rigorous, fair, and developmental review process. The successful candidate(s) will be able to recruit, engage, and lead a diverse and active Editorial Board and work collaboratively with fellow Co-Editor(s), the Managing Editor, and publishing professionals to advance the journal’s mission.

Recognized expertise in the field and prior editorial experience are expected. Membership in NASPA is required.

Major Responsibilities

• Ensure that JWG is published on schedule four times per year.
• Manage the peer review process of manuscripts through an online submission and review system.
• Solicit high-quality manuscripts from potential authors and, with the support of Taylor & Francis staff, assist authors in bringing manuscripts to publication.
• Evaluate submissions and decide which manuscripts to publish.
• Synthesize developmental and constructive feedback from reviewers to guide editorial decisions and author revisions.
• Select and maintain a sufficient pool of qualified reviewers to support timely, fair, and well-informed editorial decisions.
• Identify, appoint, and oversee qualified members of the Editorial Board and the New Professional and Graduate Student Review Board.
• Participate in the mentoring and professional development of members of the New Professional and Graduate Student Review Board.
• Set editorial priorities and establish policies and procedures that ensure the integrity, quality, and consistency of the journal.
• Provide leadership in shaping special issues, themed sections, and strategic initiatives aligned with the journal’s mission.
• Collaborate with the Managing Editor and publisher to ensure efficient editorial operations and adherence to production timelines.
• Ensure compliance with publisher, ethical, and scholarly standards, including peer-review integrity and publication ethics.
• Represent and promote the journal at professional conferences and events throughout the year, including the NASPA Annual Conference.
• Communicate the journal’s mission, scope, and expectations clearly to authors, reviewers, board members, and publishing partners.
• Provide a clear and sustained vision for the intellectual and strategic direction of the journal.

Application Packet Requirements

The application packet should include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae (CV). The cover letter should be no more than five (5) pages. The CV is not included in the page limit, and no standard format is required.

Cover Letter Components

1. Vision Statement
   Include a clear Vision Statement outlining the applicant’s goals and plans for the intellectual direction and content of JWG. This statement may include:
   
   • An assessment of the journal's current strengths, weaknesses, and gaps
   • Priority areas or themes the applicant seeks to advance
   • Strategies for implementing the proposed vision
   • Examples of articles published in other journals that reflect the applicant's vision for JWG
   • Plans for reaching target author communities and attracting high-quality submissions
     
     
2. Background Information
   Applicants should provide:
   
   • Name, institutional affiliation, and current position
   • A description of qualifications relevant to the role
   • Evidene of experience supporting scholarly publishing, peer review, or editorial work
   • Evidence of sound judgment, organizational skill, and experience working with authors and reviewers in a developmental capacity
     
     
3. Institutional or Professional Support
   Applicants should address the feasibility of serving in the role given available institutional or professional resources. Applicants should note that:
   
   • NASPA does not provide office space, clerical support, or course release time
   • NASPA may provide limited financial support for essential office resources, such as office supplies, postage, or telephone costs beyond what is provided by the applicant's home institution
   • Institutional support varies widely, and applicants are encouraged to consult with their institution's executive office as needed to ensure feasibility
   
   

Applicants will be notified of a decision in early fall 2026.

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Questions regarding the position or responsibilities may be directed to the Co-Editors-in-Chief, Natasha Croom ([email protected]), Christa Porter ([email protected]), or Laura Parson ([email protected]), who are happy to provide additional information.

Questions regarding the application process may be addressed to Melissa Dahne, Senior Director of Publications, NASPA ([email protected]).

 

Please circulate this call to colleagues who may have an interest in applying.