IJLCD Editor in Chief

Overview of position

Editor-in-Chief (Paediatric), International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders (IJLCD)
 
We are seeking an Editor-in-Chief (Paediatric) for the IJLCD to co-lead our supportive editorial team from February 2027. 
  
The IJLCD is an international, peer-reviewed, clinically applied journal, which draws together findings from research in speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. 
  
The role of Editor-in-Chief is a senior leadership position in SLT research. It offers the post-holder the opportunity to lead on strategic and editorial development of the journal, to maximise the dissemination of high-quality research in the field of communication and swallowing disorders.

Who we are

The role

The successful candidate for this position will:

• Have a PhD in a relevant academic discipline
• Have extensive knowledge, skills, and senior experience in research 
• Have extensive experience handling peer-review / in academic publishing, ideally at least at an Associate Editor level
• Have a working understanding of current key issues and opportunities in academic publishing, including the Open Science, implications of AI and other items 
• Have knowledge, skills, and experience in leadership and strategic development
• Commit to carrying out the role for a minimum term of three years

 
Senior clinical and research experience as an SLT and membership of the RCSLT are desirable. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and/or under-represented groups are welcomed.
  

What we are looking for

What we can offer you

This role receives an annual payment of £3,500 (with 2% increase per year).

How to apply

Application procedure 
  
Applicants should send a covering letter, curriculum vitae and list of publications along with a short statement outlining the following: 
    

• An assessment of the strengths and areas for development for the IJLCD, presenting a vision for the IJLCD and how they would like to see it develop in the short and longer term.   

Please send applications by 9:00am on 05/10/2026.

Applicants will be invited to attend a virtual interview in October/November (date and times tbc).
 
Please note: We will be actively reviewing applications. If the right candidate is found before closing date, we may close the recruitment process.

For further information please contact RCSLT’s Head of Research & Outcomes amit.kulkarni@rclst.org or the current Editor in Chief (paediatric), Jill Titterington jill@thespeechdoctorni.co.uk.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging (EDB)

IJLCD is published by Wiley on behalf of the RCSLT. As a signatory to the Joint Commitment for Action on Inclusion and Diversity in Publishing, which aims to drive positive change within scholarly publishing, Wiley is committed to implementing sustainable and positive change to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion through the editorial processes and policies of its publications. This includes encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusivity within our editorial teams, reviewers, and authors as appropriate and consistent with local regulations. Our publications do not tolerate harassment or discrimination against an individual on the grounds of age, ancestry, colour, religious creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin, race, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or any other category protected by law.

About us

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is the professional body for speech and language therapists (SLTs) across the UK. The RCSLT support SLTs by providing leadership, setting professional standards, facilitating research, promoting better education, and training.

The RCSLT team consists of 70 staff members who offer support to over 24,000 members. Colleagues are predominantly based in the London office and others in Belfast, Edinburgh, and Cardiff offices.