Applications Invited for Managing Editor – 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 Managing Editor 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 Managing Editor position is a significant professional service commitment requiring strong organizational skills, editorial judgment, and experience with academic publishing workflows. The ideal candidate will demonstrate familiarity with gender- and equity-focused scholarship in higher education; be able to manage multiple manuscripts simultaneously; and support the editorial team in maintaining an efficient, transparent, and timely publication process.

Applicants should have experience with peer review systems, editorial correspondence, and manuscript tracking; demonstrate strong written communication skills; and be able to coordinate effectively with editors, reviewers, authors, and publishing staff. The Managing Editor is expected to support the integrity of the review process, ensure adherence to journal policies and deadlines, and contribute to the overall functioning and sustainability of the journal. Membership in NASPA is preferred.

Major Responsibilities

• Review incoming submissions, complete desk rejections when appropriate, make reviewer assignments, and notify the Co-Editors-in-Chief on a weekly basis (average 3–5 submissions per week).
• Schedule monthly editorial team meetings, create agendas, and record and distribute meeting minutes.
• Send regular communications to the Editorial Board and the New Professional and Graduate Student (NPGS) Review Board.
• Manage the JWG website and associated social media accounts.
• Manage the request for proposals (RFP) process for the annual special issue.
• Promote journal activities and calls through professional listservs and networks, including AERA Division J, ASHE, CSP-Talk, NASPA, Twitter/X, and LinkedIn.
• Manage applications for the Editorial Board and NPGS Review Board, including promoting calls for new members, coordinating the editorial team evaluation process, and communicating selections to NASPA.
• Train new Editorial Board and NPGS Board members on the peer review process.
• Complete administrative onboarding tasks for new board members, including creating ScholarOne accounts, granting appropriate system access, and updating website content to reflect new appointments.
• Support the Co-Editors-in-Chief in organizing and coordinating JWG-sponsored sessions and meetings at the NASPA Annual Conference.
• Maintain accurate records of manuscript status, reviewer activity, and editorial decisions to support transparency and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to journal policies, timelines, and publisher requirements throughout the editorial cycle.
• Serve as the primary operational liaison between the editorial team, reviewers, authors, and publishing staff.

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. Background Information (Required)
   Applicants should provide:
   
   • Name, institutional affiliation, and current position
   • A description of qualifications relevant to the role
   • Evidence 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

2. Vision Statement (Optional)
   Applicants may, if they wish, briefly describe their approach to supporting the journal’s vision through editorial operations, workflow management, and board coordination.
   
   
3. Institutional or Professional Support (Optional)
   Applicants may, if they wish, briefly note how their current position or institutional context supports their ability to fulfill the role.

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.