Editor-in-Chief needed for Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment
Editor-in-Chief required
Deadline 30 June 2026
About the role
Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment invites applications for the role of Editor-in-Chief. This is an excellent opportunity for an academic with a strong track record in neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders. We are seeking a leader who will shape the journal’s editorial vision, expand its reach, accelerate growth in high quality submissions and citations, and foster a vibrant research community. In this role, you will:- Work with the Publisher to develop strategies to attract and commission high-impact submissions – including themed collections, expert perspectives, and reviews.
- Champion best practices in research integrity, transparency, and reproducibility.
- Promote the journal within the community, build networks across relevant disciplines, and support emerging areas of research.
- Support the Publisher with specialist expertise on an ad hoc basis to ensure the journal remains at the forefront of the discipline.
- Lead and participate in annual Editorial Board meetings to discuss performance metrics and plans for the journal’s long-term development.
- Taylor & Francis will provide an annual honorarium to cover any journal-related expenses.
- 1 APC waiver per year
- Free access to 100 articles on tandfonline.com
- A 30% discount on books at routledge.com
- A personalised end-of-year summary of your contribution to the journal
- Formal recognition of your contribution on the journal’s Editorial Board page
- Annual Honorarium
About the journal
Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment is an international, peer reviewed, open access journal publishing on all aspects of neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders. The journal is characterized by the rapid reporting of new and emerging clinical or pre-clinical studies, pharmacology and therapeutic strategies to overcome a wide range of conditions as well as the diagnosis, prognosis, epidemiology and genetic associations of these diseases.
Topics covered in this journal include:
- Biological basis and clinical treatment of Neuropsychiatric conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders, Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Bipolar Disorders and Schizophrenia
- Biological basis and clinical treatment of Neurological conditions such as Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Migraines, Strokes
- Research on the normal brain which gives insight into potential dysfunction, disease or the mechanisms of treatments
Key Skills and Attributes
Editorial Excellence & Leadership
- Skill in reading, synthesizing, and making sound editorial decisions based on reviewer reports.
- Recognized thought leadership and a strong professional reputation within your academic discipline.
- Expertise for attracting and commissioning high-impact submissions.
- A clear vision and enthusiasm for the section’s ongoing development.
- Knowledge of and commitment to the open access publishing environment.
- A proven track record as an established or emerging leader within your academic discipline.
- A clear vision and enthusiasm for the journal’s growth and long-term evolution.
- Active engagement in expanding academic networks through conferences and professional social media presence.
- The capacity to devote time each week to the role, and to participate in Editorial Board meetings and training as required.
- Proactive engagement with Taylor & Francis staff to help implement processes and drive journal improvements.
- Uncompromising ethical standards, including knowledge of COPE guidelines and a commitment to always upholding them.
- A commitment to acting as a high-level ambassador for the journal within the wider research community.
Application instructions
Applications should include your CV, a Cover Letter and a Vision Statement. Your Cover Letter should be no longer than 500 words and include how you would:- Direct the editorial vision and scope of the journal in collaboration with Associate Editors and Publisher
- Make decisions for manuscript acceptance or revision.
- Assisting in the development of article collections.
- Provide expert advice on emerging trends and topics within the field.
- Attend Editorial Board meetings and support the Publisher on development strategies.
- Promote the journal to potential authors, reviewers, and readers within your professional networks.
- Help to enhance the journal’s reputation and impact in its field.
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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