The International Society for Bayesian Analysis (ISBA) is seeking nominations and applications for three editorial positions: the Editor in Chief of the journal “Bayesian Analysis” and two web-editors: one webmaster and a social media manager specifically responsible for ISBA’s Facebook, Twitter and Youtube accounts.
Descriptions of the positions, along with application instructions, are below.
To nominate someone, please email the ISBA Editorial Search Committee chair Michele Guindani (michele.guindani@gmail.com), and the search committee will follow up with the individual.
Please note that the deadline to apply for all the positions is May 15th, 2021.
Sincerely,
ISBA Editorial Search Committee
Michele Guindani (Chair)
Alicia Carriquiry
Feng Liang
Ioanna Manolopoulou
David John Nott
Tyler H. McCormick
Bayesian Analysis Editor-in-Chief
Description: Bayesian Analysis (BA) is the premier venue for scientific publications that demonstrate or discuss Bayesian methods in a theoretical or applied context. Bayesian Analysis is published online by Project Euclid as a free access publication, thanks to the support of ISBA. The Editor in Chief of Bayesian Analysis oversees the peer-review process for all papers submitted for publication. The EiC is the head of an editorial board that includes ten editors and about fifty associate editors. Duties include (i) prescreening papers for suitability for publication in Bayesian Analysis, (ii) assigning suitable papers to editors and associate editors for peer-review, (iii) editing peer- and editor-reviews of submitted papers to decide final suitability of papers for publication, and (iv) interacting with the publishing formatting companies for the actual production of the journal.
The term of the position is for three-year, starting January 1st, 2022, with some expected transition at the start and the end of the term.
Qualifications: Strong background in theoretical and applied Bayesian methodology as demonstrated by consistent scientific publications in this field, ability to organize and streamline the peer-review process, and a strong reputation among the Bayesian community.
To Apply: Send the CV and up to three-page statements to michele.guindani@gmail.com. The statement should detail experience in the field of Bayesian statistics, vision for the journal, and relevant qualifications.
Deadline for applications: May 15th, 2021
Web Editor, ISBA
Description: The Web Editor for the International Society for Bayesian Analysis (ISBA) will maintain the ISBA website and oversee all content contained and posted to the society’s website.
The position is for three-year, starting January 1st, 2022, with transition starting soon after the appointment.
Qualifications: Understanding of ISBA’s operations; experience using WordPress (or other content management system), HTML, CSS, PHP, and Javascript is encouraged but not required.
To Apply: Send a 2 page CV and 1 paragraph statement to michele.guindani@gmail.com. The statement should detail prior involvement with ISBA and web development experience.
Deadline for applications: May 15th, 2021
Social Media Manager, ISBA
Description: The Social Media Manager will be responsible for posting content and updates on the ISBA’s Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts. The social media manager will have to interact closely with the Web Editor, the editor of the ISBA Bulletin, and the Editor in Chief of Bayesian Analysis for content creation.
The position is for three-year, starting January 1st, 2022, with transition starting soon after the appointment.
Qualifications: Understanding of ISBA’s operations; experience using social media accounts.
To Apply: Send a 2 page CV and 1 paragraph statement to michele.guindani@gmail.com. The statement should detail prior involvement with ISBA and social media experience.
Deadline for applications: May 15th, 2021