Perspectives on Psychological Science Call for Editor Nominations
Deadline: December 22, 2017
The Association for Psychological Science (APS) invites nominations for the position of Editor of Perspectives on Psychological Science (PPS). The current Editor is Robert J. Sternberg, Cornell University.
PPS publishes an eclectic mix of provocative reports and articles, including broad integrative reviews, overviews of research programs, meta-analyses, theoretical statements, and articles on topics such as the philosophy of science, opinion pieces about major issues in the field, autobiographical reflections of senior members of the field, and even occasional humorous essays and sketches. The journal’s innovative approach to content is matched only by its exceptional submission process, which includes both invited and submitted articles. Articles often coalesce into special sections around important topics. Past special sections of PPS include a symposium on cultural psychology, special sections on the future direction of psychological science and ways to improve research practices, and a section featuring prominent researchers writing about what they consider to be “The Next Big Questions in Psychology”.
Selection Criteria: A Nominee must be a Member of APS and a recognized leader in psychological science. We especially encourage nominations of members of underrepresented groups in psychological science. Criteria to be considered include:
- Comprehensive knowledge of and broad perspective on the field
- Understanding and appreciation of the field’s many subdisciplines
- Professional accomplishment and identity within psychological science
- Demonstrated research, writing, reviewing, and editing skills
- Commitment to devote time to editorial duties
Starting Date: The Editor should be prepared to begin work in June 2018 and to handle all new manuscript submissions starting January 1, 2019. The length of the term is four years.
Nominations: Please provide a name and contact information for each nominee by December 22, 2017. Additional material may be sent, including curricula vitae and brief statements of interest or support, but at this point in the process, a name and contact information are sufficient. Self-nominations are welcomed.
Send nominations and inquiries to:
APS Editor Search Committee, [email protected]
Deanna Barch (chair), Washington University in St. Louis, [email protected]
Elaine Walker, Emory University, [email protected]
Howard Weiss, Georgia Institute of Technology, [email protected]
Robert Levenson, University of California, Berkeley, [email protected]
Samuel Gosling, University of Texas, [email protected]
Moshe Bar, Bar-Ilan University, [email protected]
Sarah Brookhart (ex officio), APS Executive Director, [email protected]
Staff:
Torrance Gloss, APS Director of Publications, [email protected]
