The MELUS journal is seeking a new book review editor to replace the current book editor, whose 3-year term ends on June 30, 2023. This is an unpaid professional service position, but the successful applicant is encouraged to seek support from their institution. The responsibilities of the book review editor include commissioning, selecting, and editing book reviews for inclusion in the journal (about 20/year). The reviewer is expected to have a good grasp of the field, demonstrated through publications and/or other professional contributions. The MELUS journal book review editor should be a member of MELUS and will be expected to attend editorial meetings at the annual national MELUS conference.
Applications are invited from suitable candidates with expertise in the field of multiethnic literature. Additional experience in academic publishing is a plus.
The main duties of the book review editor include:
–commissioning reviews in a timely fashion and submitting 5 polished reviews to the MELUS journal editor and managing editor 4 times/year;
–assigning reviews covering the breadth and depth of the field of multiethnic literatures of the United States;
–editing and copyediting submitted reviews;
–maintaining courteous correspondence with reviewers and potential reviewers, and maintaining and building a diverse and stable pool of reviewers;
–working with the reviewers to ensure they submit a polished final draft;
–occasional mentoring of first-time reviewers.
Applicants can review the journal website here: https://academic.oup.com/melus. Applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter addressing the qualifications and duties above. Applications should be submitted to Tracy Floreani (tafloreani@okcu.edu) by March 15, 2023. Finalists will be contacted for interviews.