The European Journal of International Law welcomes expressions of interest in fulfilling the role of Co-Editor-in-Chief.
The role involves, among others:
- Reading and deciding on all manuscripts (re)submitted to EJIL;
- Deciding on the contents of each issue;
- Contributing editorials;
- Leading a team of associate editors who communicate with authors and peer reviewers and the managing editor;
- Leading the team of editors of the book reviews; EJIL: Talk!; EJIL: The Podcast! and their associate editors;
- Convening meetings of the EJIL Advisory and Executive Boards;
- Ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship with the publisher;
- Reporting to the EJIL Board of Management;
- Representing EJIL at events;
- Overseeing EJIL’s finances;
- Promoting a vibrant, inclusive, excellent and diverse EJIL ecosystem (journal; blog; podcast; video series; social media).
The time commitment is, at present, approximately two days per week. There is no financial compensation for the role.
The new Co-Editor-in-Chief will serve for a term of five years, renewable once. In the initial years, the new Co-Editor-in-Chief will work with incumbent EiC Sarah Nouwen. When she steps down, the Board of Management, with the involvement of the Co-EiC, will recruit a new Co-EiC.
A committee will evaluate the applications. This committee will draw up a shortlist, which will then be taken to the Management Board for the final decision.
Prior experience with editing international law journals will be considered an advantage.
To express interest, please send a letter of motivation and CV to Anny.Bremner {at} eui(.)eu before 1 May 2025. The new co-EiC is expected to start in September 2025.
