Details
1112270
University of Warwick
01/06/2026
Other - See Job
HOURS: maximum 4-5 hours per week, Flexible Days
Not Applicable
Pay
£15.16
£1.83
Description
Role
Introduction:
We are currently recruiting for a new editor to lead the Editorial Board of Reinvention: an International Journal of Undergraduate Research, from June 2026 until 1st November 2027. We welcome applications from all undergraduate students at the University of Warwick who are not currently in their final year, who are currently residing in the UK.
This role will provide excellent experience of working on an academic journal especially for those who are interested in publishing and passionate about diversifying the field of academic research, bringing new ideas to the table, as well as supporting peers in feeling confident about their work and creating an inclusive space for undergraduate researchers.
An overview of the journal:
Reinvention fosters an inclusive community, where differences of culture and identity are celebrated, welcomed and respected.
Dedicated to the publication of high-quality student research, Reinvention is an established and respected academic journal, published twice a year in April and October since 2007, with occasional special issues. It is free to read online and completely open access.
The journal welcomes research papers and critical reflections on any subject, researched and written by students independently or collaboratively with academics from any higher education institute across the world. On submission all papers undergo a rigorous peer review process, starting with the editorial desk review and if accepted research papers are reviewed by academic reviewers.
An overview of the role:
The editor leads the Editorial Board, manages submissions and supports content development to publish on time to a high standard. The editor will also work closely with the student research team based in the Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning.
The editor must be comfortable managing a small team of assistant editors at the University of Warwick and in our partner institutions. The role schedules and chairs Editorial Board meetings, maintains oversight of all submitted papers - tracking progress of all papers under review, and representing the journal generally through answering queries/managing outreach, the role will also be comfortable making final decisions on acceptance and publication.
In addition, there will be opportunities for this role to support developmental projects for the journal including author training, publication format development, communications and engagement.
Training will be provided as part of the role. The editor will require their own laptop to work remotely.
How to apply:
Please apply with a cover letter of between 250 – 400 words and your CV. In the cover letter, please let us know the following:
- why you are applying for this role;
- how your skills and experience match the requirements of this role;
- your experience and/or interest in interdisciplinarity and international research environments;
- what motivates you to support other students in developing their skills and experience, and why you think it’s important.
Find out more about Reinvention here.
Find out more about IATL at Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL) (warwick.ac.uk).
- This role will be remote via Teams with occasional meetings in Senate House.
- Hours and days are: on average 10-25 hours per month with a maximum of 4-5 hours per week, the days are flexible and will be discussed at interview.
Duties and responsibilities
Ensure the timely publication of Reinvention: an International Journal of Undergraduate Research by:
- project managing the portfolio of submitted papers, allocating papers to the editorial team and maintaining the papers and publication schedule;
- assessing papers submitted and providing feedback via the online publication platform and email;
- convening and chairing regular editorial board meetings online, or in person;
- writing the editorial for each issue;
- working closely and collaborating with IATL staff;
- leading the Editorial Board of assistant editors, who are also undergraduate students at the University of Warwick and other partner institutions;
- updating and liaising with the copy editor and production;
- supporting the development and delivery of author training online or in person at events.
Skills and experience
We are looking for an enthusiastic undergraduate student who has an interest in academic publishing and supporting the dissemination of undergraduate research. The role will suit someone who is an organised project manager, who can work independently and as part of a team, sometimes to tight deadlines and who has excellent written communication skills. The ability to work proactively is essential for this role.
Training will be provided as part of the role.
Location
Remote (occasional meetings in Senate House)
Additional information
- Advert closing date: Midnight on 28/5/26
- Interview date: TBC
- Start date: June 2026 until 1/11/27