Lead Editor role for Sustainable Microbiology
About AMI
Applied Microbiology International is a truly inclusive, global organisation who believe microbiology can solve the world’s greatest challenges. Organised around six core goals, we enable meaningful collaboration to advance scientific impact through our events, publishing and policy work.
About Sustainable Microbiology
Launched in 2024. Sustainable Microbiology is an open access, interdisciplinary journal focused on the application of microbiology in achieving a sustainable future. It is the newest journal from AMI and, in line with AMI’s strategy, the Journal covers our six goals, which in turn are aligned with six of the UN SDGs:
- Food security (UN SDG2: Zero Hunger)
- One Health (UN SDG3: Good health and wellbeing)
- Ocean Sustainability (UN SDG14: Life below water)
- Healthy Land (UN SDG15: Life on land)
- Clean Water (UN SDG6: Clean water and sanitation)
- Climate Action (UN SDG13: Climate action)
The Role
We are seeking a new Lead Editor to work with our Editor-in-Chief in the Senior Editorial team to take responsibility for the growth and development of one/two of the above goals.
The Lead Editor will be responsible for:
- Triaging papers and assigning appropriate Associate Editors to manage peer review
- Identifying hot topics and authors for commissioned content
- Identifying key events and other potential collaborations and promotional opportunities for the journal
- Promoting the journal through their networks and speaking engagements and soliciting high-quality submissions
The Candidate
- Will be an active researcher with an international network and should be able to demonstrate their stature and impact in their field
- Will have experience in a senior editorial role handling submissions for a reputable journal and some knowledge of publishing ethics
- Will be a team player, committed to providing excellent author service and to AMI’s diversity and inclusion values
AMI welcomes applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and geographical locations
Benefits
As an editor you will benefit from:
- Extensive editorial and administrative support
- A fixed annual honorarium and travel expenses for face-to-face meetings
- Free membership of AMI for the duration of your tenure
Applications
Applicants should submit the following:
- CV including publication history and relevant editorial experience
- A cover letter including strategies for growing the journal (500 words)
If you have any questions or wish to find out more about the role, please contact Kathryn Spiller, Director of Publishing at [email protected] for an informal chat.
Applications are due by 11th September 2026, and should be emailed to [email protected] Interviews will be held in September.