Scientific Researcher (Senior Editor In Chief)
Hala Publishing Group · United States
- Hybrid
- Volunteer
- United States
Job highlights
- Lead new high-impact scientific journals.
- Shape journal from inception to indexing.
- Global academic leadership opportunity.
- Remote role with flexible commitment.
- Build editorial legacy and impact.
About the role
About the Opportunity
Hala Publishing Group is expanding its international publishing portfolio and is seeking distinguished Founding Editors-in-Chief to lead the launch of a new generation of high-impact, peer-reviewed journals across globally significant research domains.
This is a foundational academic leadership role, offering selected candidates the opportunity to shape a journal from inception through to DOAJ, Scopus, and Q1-indexed status, while contributing to the advancement of global scientific knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the academic, strategic, and scientific direction of the journal within your domain.
- Define the Aims & Scope, editorial vision, and publication framework aligned with international standards (COPE, ICMJE, DOAJ).
- Establish and oversee a high-caliber Editorial Board and peer-review network.
- Ensure integrity, quality, and efficiency of the peer-review and editorial process.
- Drive manuscript acquisition, academic outreach, and journal positioning globally.
- Guide the journal through its indexing pathway (DOAJ → Scopus → Web of Science).
- Collaborate with Hala Publishing Group on strategic growth and positioning, special issues and thematic directions, and long-term academic and indexing milestones.
Scope of Recruitment (High-Impact Domains)
We are actively recruiting Editors-in-Chief across key global disciplines, including:
- Medicine & Clinical Sciences (All Specialties)
- Dentistry & Oral Health
- Public Health, Epidemiology & Global Health
- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Data Science
- Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology
- Engineering & Technology (All Fields)
- Healthcare Systems, Digital Health & Health Policy
- Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Business, Economics, Finance & Management
- Environmental & Sustainability Sciences
- Interdisciplinary and Emerging Technologies
Role Structure
- Position Type: Founding Editor-in-Chief
- Engagement Model: Voluntary Academic Leadership Role
- Time Commitment: Approximately 2–4 hours per week
- Location: Remote (Global)
Compensation & Incentives
- Initial phase: Voluntary academic position.
- Transition into performance-based revenue sharing model upon journal growth.
- Incentives aligned with key milestones, including journal indexing (Scopus, Web of Science), APC revenue performance, and publication volume and impact.
Support Provided
Hala Publishing Group provides full operational and publishing support, including:
- End-to-end publishing infrastructure (OJS system, DOI registration, hosting).
- Editorial and administrative support teams.
- Marketing, branding, and global visibility strategies.
- Manuscript pipeline development and academic outreach support.
- Production services (typesetting, formatting, publication).
Candidate Profile
We are seeking candidates who demonstrate:
- A strong academic and research background in a high-impact domain.
- Prior experience as an editor, reviewer, or published researcher in indexed journals.
- Demonstrated academic leadership and strategic vision.
- Ability to guide a journal from launch to indexing.
- An established or emerging international academic network.
Why Join Hala Publishing Group
- Lead and shape a journal with global academic impact from day one.
- Build your editorial legacy within an international publishing platform.
- Collaborate with a fast-growing, multidisciplinary publishing group.
- Be part of a strategic vision focused on Q1-level journals and global recognition.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit an updated CV.
Key skills/competency
- Academic Leadership
- Journal Management
- Peer Review
- Scientific Editing
- Manuscript Acquisition
- Indexing Strategy
- Editorial Vision
- Research Background
- Academic Outreach
- Publishing Standards
Skills & topics
- Founding Editor-in-Chief
- Academic Publishing
- Journal Management
- Scientific Editing
- Editorial Leadership
- Scopus Indexing
- Web of Science
- Q1 Journals
- Peer Review
- Manuscript Acquisition
- Medicine
- AI
- Engineering
- Public Health
- Business
- Environmental Science
- Remote
- Voluntary Role
- Academic Network
How to get hired
- Tailor your CV: Highlight your academic leadership, editorial experience, and research impact in relevant high-impact domains.
- Showcase your network: Emphasize your international academic connections and ability to build an editorial board.
- Demonstrate strategic vision: Articulate your understanding of journal indexing and growth strategies.
- Align with Hala's mission: Express your commitment to advancing global scientific knowledge and Q1-level publishing.
Technical preparation
Familiarize with journal indexing criteria (DOAJ, Scopus, WoS).,Understand COPE and ICMJE editorial guidelines.,Review OJS (Open Journal Systems) functionalities.,Prepare to define journal aims and scope.
Behavioral questions
Describe your vision for a new high-impact journal.,How would you build a strong editorial board?,How do you ensure peer-review integrity and quality?,How would you drive manuscript acquisition and outreach?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the time commitment for the Founding Editor-in-Chief role at Hala Publishing Group?
- The Founding Editor-in-Chief role at Hala Publishing Group requires approximately 2-4 hours per week, making it a manageable commitment for established academics.
- Is this a paid position for the Founding Editor-in-Chief at Hala Publishing Group?
- The role begins as a voluntary academic leadership position. Upon journal growth, there is a transition to a performance-based revenue sharing model with incentives tied to indexing and revenue milestones.
- What academic domains is Hala Publishing Group recruiting for Founding Editors-in-Chief?
- Hala Publishing Group is recruiting across a wide range of high-impact domains including Medicine, AI, Engineering, Public Health, Business, Environmental Sciences, and Interdisciplinary Technologies.
- What support does Hala Publishing Group provide to Founding Editors-in-Chief?
- Hala Publishing Group offers comprehensive support, including publishing infrastructure, editorial and administrative teams, marketing, branding, and production services.
- What are the key qualifications for a Founding Editor-in-Chief at Hala Publishing Group?
- Candidates should possess a strong academic background, prior editorial/review experience, demonstrated leadership, strategic vision for indexing, and an international academic network.
- How can I apply for the Founding Editor-in-Chief position?
- Interested candidates for the Founding Editor-in-Chief role should submit their updated CV to Hala Publishing Group.
- What is the long-term goal for journals led by these Founding Editors-in-Chief?
- The goal is to guide journals from inception to achieving DOAJ, Scopus, and Q1-indexed status, contributing to high-impact scientific knowledge dissemination.
- Can I become an Editor-in-Chief with Hala Publishing Group if I am based internationally?
- Yes, the Founding Editor-in-Chief position is a remote role open to candidates globally.