Call for Applicants for EBLIP Journal: Lead Copyeditor

• Published in: Evidence based library and information practice Vol. 20; no. 1; pp. 208 - 209
• Main Author: Editorial Team
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Edmonton University of Alberta, Learning Services 17.03.2025; University of Alberta
• ISSN: 1715-720X; 1715-720X
• DOI: 10.18438/eblip30720

Evidence Based Library and Information Practice (EBLIP), a peer-reviewed open access journal published since 2006, seeks to fill the position of Lead Copyeditor. The successful candidate will be expected to begin their role by May 1, 2025 and serve a three-year term (with possibility of renewal). The Lead Copyeditor's tasks include serve as a copyeditor for EBLIP, consult with the Editor-in-Chief on recruiting new copyeditors when needed, and select new copyeditors from applicants and onboard them to EBLIP processes. The ideal candidate will have copyediting or other detail-oriented editing experience, possess working knowledge of APA style, and have an interest in evidence based practice. The position requires dedicated time to ensure EBLIP publishing deadlines are met, and it is therefore essential that interested persons ensure available time to devote to this position prior to applying. It is estimated that the workload is approximately 5 to 10 hours per month, although the time commitment varies based on issue publication dates.