The Australasian Association of Philosophy (AAP) invites applications for Editors or Co-Editors of the *Australasian Journal of Philosophy (AJP), one of the world’s leading philosophy journals.
The AJP publishes high-quality research across all areas of philosophy and has a long-standing international reputation for scholarly excellence. The Association is now seeking applications from outstanding scholars with the vision, leadership, and editorial capability to guide the journal through its next phase of development. The appointment will commence from October/November 2026, allowing for a transition period prior to the conclusion of the current Editor’s term in April 2027. Appointments are ordinarily for a five-year term. The position is supported by an annual honorarium together with copyediting assistance provided by the Association. The AAP welcomes applications from: - co-editors; - editorial teams; or - individual candidates. The Association is interested in sustainable and collaborative editorial models and welcomes proposals regarding editorial structure, workflows, and areas of editorial responsibility. *Role* The successful applicant(s) will provide intellectual and strategic leadership for the journal, including: - overseeing peer review and editorial decision-making; - maintaining the journal’s scholarly quality and international reputation; - working with the publisher and editorial support staff; - supporting timely and fair review processes; - contributing to the ongoing development and visibility of the journal. *Applicants* Applicants should have: - an outstanding research profile in philosophy; - experience in academic publishing and peer review; - strong organisational and leadership capabilities; - a demonstrated commitment to scholarly excellence, fairness, and professionalism; - the capacity to manage editorial workflows effectively. Applications from candidates with prior editorial experience are particularly encouraged. It is assumed that the editor will be based in Australasia. *Application Materials* Applicants are asked to submit: 1. a curriculum vitae; 2. a brief statement (2–3 pages) outlining: - their editorial vision for the journal; - their proposed editorial structure; - approaches to sustainability, continuity, and workload management; 3. a brief statement regarding any institutional support available to support the role (if applicable). Selection Process Applications will be considered by a selection panel comprising members of the AAP Journals Committee : https://aap.org.au/Journals-Committee *Timeline* Applications open: 29 June 2026 Applications close: 28 August 2026 Interviews: September 2026 Preferred commencement: October/November 2026 to commence transition and handover arrangements, with full editorial responsibility to transfer at a later stage. Flexible commencement arrangements will be agreed in consultation with the successful applicant(s). *Enquiries and Applications* Enquiries and applications should be directed to: Dr Eliza Goddard, AAP General Manager: [email protected] Further information about the Australasian Journal of Philosophy is available at: https://aap.org.au/AJP Submit application HERE https://airtable.com/appoxaVgPOp6BhAYb/shrQaFZAFgHXjTzyJ -- Australasian Association of Philosophy aap.org.au ABN 29 152 892 272 --------- SydPhil mailing list To unsubscribe, change your membership options, find answers to common problems, or visit our online archives, please go to the list information page: https://mailman.sydney.edu.au/mailman/listinfo/sydphil
