Associate Editors needed for International Journal of Sexual Health
Associate Editors required
Deadline 16 July 2026
About the role
Associate Editors needed for The International Journal of Sexual Health The International Journal of Sexual Health is currently recruiting for Associate Editors. This is a great opportunity for academics with a strong research background in sexual health, sexual health attitudes and behaviours, sexuality education, sexual health public policies, or sexual abuse and violence. As part of the Associate Editor role, you will be responsible for supporting the Editor and Publisher with your expertise by acting as a handling editor for selected manuscript submissions, overseeing the peer review of manuscripts and making final recommendations to the Editor within an agreed timeframe. In addition to being an advocate for the journal in your networks and at events and conferences and attending an annual Editorial Board Meeting to discuss plans for the journal's development. You will also be encouraged to submit your own work to the journal (to be peer reviewed by an externally party) and to be involved in journal special issues and article collections. The successful applicants will have the commitment, drive and ability to help develop the journal. In particular we are looking for Associate Editors with the ability to complement the skill set of the existing Editor-in-Chief (psychologist) and Associate Editor (sociologist). Including applicants who have a medical/sexual medicine background. Becoming an Associate Editor of a journal is a rewarding and fulfilling experience, enabling you to actively shape the future of your discipline and the field of sexual health research. You will have the opportunity to develop and champion the latest research in your field, build your own networks, and be recognised as a leading figure within the academic community.About the journal
The International Journal of Sexual Health is an open select peer-reviewed journal, publishing international and interdisciplinary research on the scientific study of sexuality. As the official journal of the World Association for Sexual Health, the International Journal of Sexual Health promotes sexual health as a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being through a positive approach to sexuality and sexual rights.
The journal publishes peer-reviewed scientific papers, using quantitative and qualitative methods, descriptive and critical analysis, surveys, case studies and reviews (literature and systematic ones, including meta-analyses) to examine the essential elements of this broad concept. The Journal does not evaluate the merits of psychometric instruments and does not accept commentaries, letters to the editor or book reviews. Leading experts from around the world present original work that covers a variety of disciplines, including sexology, biology, medicine, public health, psychology, psychiatry, sociology, anthropology, history, and religion. Formerly titled the Journal of Psychology & Human Sexuality, the International Journal of Sexual Health is dedicated to the basic understanding that sexual health is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction, and infirmity, but also the presence of pleasurable and safe sexual enjoyment and satisfaction, free of coercion, discrimination, and violence. The journal examines sexual attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors, sexuality education and other methods of sexual health promotion, public policies and legislative issues, and a variety of sexual health problems, including the assessment and treatment of sexual dysfunctions and disorders, gender and sexual minority health, and sexual abuse and violence, and sexually transmitted infections. Peer Review Model: The journal operates a double-anonymized peer review policy with a minimum of two independent peer reviewers for every article. Authors can choose to publish gold open access in the journal. Read the Instructions for Authors for information on how to submit your article. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 530 Walnut Street, Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106.Key Skills and Attributes
Ready to apply? Here are the skills and attributes we are looking for in a successful applicant:
- Experience in academic publishing and familiarity with all stages of the peer review process.
- The capacity to devote time each week to the role and act as handling editor for manuscripts, and to attend Editorial Board meetings and training sessions as needed.
- The ability to ensure all assigned manuscripts are considered in a prompt, consistent and professional manner.
- Experience with working effectively with independent peer reviewers and overseeing the peer review process of manuscripts.
- The ability to read, summarize, and make recommendations to the Editor-in-Chief based on independent reviewer reports.
- A commitment to engaging promptly, efficiently, and professionally with the Editor, authors, reviewers, and Taylor & Francis staff and suppliers to ensure a smooth and rigorous peer review process.
- A strong commitment to ethical rigour as well as knowledge of the COPE guidelines and commitment to ensure that the journal adheres to strict ethical standards at all times.
- A proven track record as an established or emerging key opinion leader and known figure within your academic discipline.
- Actively involved in growing and developing your academic networks through conference attendance and experience of networking through social media.
- A vision and enthusiasm for the continuous development of the journal and the interdisciplinary field of sexual health research.
- Ability to complement the skill set of the existing Editor (psychologist), Jessie Ford (sociologist). We are looking for at least one of the Associate Editors to have a medical/sexual medicine background.
Application instructions
Applications should include your CV and a Cover Letter (500-word max) that addresses:- Your motivation and fit for the Associate Editor role.
- Your editorial vision and priority areas (including any ideas for special issues or collections).
- How you would represent the journal in your networks and at events/conferences.
- How you would work with authors to ensure timely, fair, and rigorous peer review.
- Your commitments to research integrity, ethical publishing, and inclusive editorial practices.
- How your skills set complements the existing editorial team
- Your availability and any relevant editorial experience, plus disclosure of potential conflicts of interest.
Journal pledge
The journal is committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion within its editorial team and decision making processes. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential, and each will be judged on its merits without bias for seniority of institutional affiliation. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
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