The ACC Publications Committee is seeking applications for the position of Editor-in-Chief of
JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology, a monthly subspecialty journal encompassing all aspects of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.

JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology accepts original research and state-of-the-art reviews from cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, neurology, outcomes research, and related fields. Experimental and preclinical work that directly relate to diagnostic or therapeutic interventions are also encouraged. JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology occupies a unique position by focusing primarily on the practicing clinical electrophysiologist's need for context and critical information to direct therapeutic decision making. It publishes only the highest calibre papers and authors and focuses on content that advances the field.

The deadline to apply is Jan. 1, 2020. The new Editor will serve a five-year term beginning in March 2020.

Qualifications:

• Current academic appointment in clinical electrophysiology, and strong evidence of scholarly pursuits.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of the field of cardiac arrythmias.
• Substantial experience in writing, editing and reviewing scientific articles.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and manage tasks associated with journal publication and production.
• Demonstrated ability in administration and leadership.
• Intention to cultivate the journal as a primary interest; estimated time commitment of 30 percent.
• Understanding of and appreciation for the potential and possibilities of new media, digital and electronic publication; and social media.
•  Understanding of the Open Access publishing model, trends and competitive landscape.
• The ideal candidate will have served in a significant leadership role in a journal (e.g., Editor, Deputy Editor, Associate Editor or Assistant Editor).

Information and Application Deadlines:

The Editor will serve a five-year term, with the possibility of re-appointment for an additional 5-year term.

• Contact Kim Murphy (kmurphy@acc.org) for more information about the journal itself, and the scope of responsibilities of the Editor-in-Chief.
• To apply, please submit a letter of application addressing your qualifications for the position, along with a brief statement of your vision for the journal. Letters of application should be addressed to ACC Publications Committee, and sent via e-mail to Kim Murphy, ACC Division Vice President, Publishing at kmurphy@acc.org.
• Deadline for submission of applications is Jan. 1, 2020.

Clinical Topics: Arrhythmias and Clinical EP, Implantable Devices, SCD/Ventricular Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation/Supraventricular Arrhythmias

Keywords: ACC Publications, Electrophysiology

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