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BJPsych Advances Trainee Editor

  • Location : Remote
  • Status : 3-year term, subject to annual review
  • Salary : Voluntary role
  • Closing date : 30/09/2026

BJPsych Advances is looking for three enthusiastic Trainee Editors (ST4/ST5 or equivalent) to join its Editorial Board. Trainee Editors undertake a variety of tasks for the journal and responsibilities will include: 

  • reviewing multiple choice questions (MCQs) and learning objectives associated with BJPsych Advances articles and re-writing if necessary (approximately 25 reviews per year) 

  • providing second opinions on submissions (e.g., where reviews are incomplete, or rejection of a commissioned article has been recommended) 

  • conducting gap analyses to identify new areas for commissioning 

  • learning how to handle manuscripts through the peer review process with supervision and mentoring  

  • commissioning submissions for the journal, identifying topics and seeing them through to publication 

  • opportunities to be involved in producing podcasts and other digital content for the journal 

  • undertaking additional duties such as journal development projects – all ideas welcome! 

  • Input into journal development and strategy.

For further information please visit  BJPsych Advances Role and Responsibilities of Trainee Editors. 

How to apply 

To apply please send a CV, a covering letter and a letter of support from your Training Programme Director to take up this role, for the attention of Anna Munks, Managing Editor, to: bjpadvances@rcpsych.ac.uk.

In your letter, please outline any relevant experience, your reasons for applying and include details of any projects you would be interested to undertake in the role. 

Closing date: 30 September 2026 

 Interview date: To be confirmed, via Microsoft Teams/Zoom 

The College values a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, reflecting the population it serves. 

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