Human Genetics and Genomics Advances Editor-in-Chief
Due August 25, 2025, at 11:59 pm US ET
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) invites applications for the position of Editor-in-Chief (EiC), Human Genetics and Genomics Advances (HGG Advances). Now celebrating its 5th anniversary, HGG Advances is ASHG's open-access journal that provides a home for human genetics and genomics research characterized by high standards of scientific rigor, validity, and reproducibility. HGG Advances, alongside its sibling journal AJHG, is a leading venue for the communication of high-quality and thought-provoking scientific research and review.
The appointment shall be for a 3-5-year term beginning in late fall 2026, enabling the new EiC to help shape and inform the evolving directions and priorities for the journal. The EiC will appoint Deputy Editor(s) to assist in the management of journal operations and will appoint and oversee a Board of Associate Editors. The EiC will work collaboratively with the Director of Scientific Publications, as well as the EiC of AJHG to achieve publishing goals.
The Society has appointed a Search Task Force chaired by Chris Gunter, PhD. Additional members include Sarah Tishkoff, PhD, Yvonne Bombard, PhD, Nicholas Mancuso, PhD, Digna Velez Edwards, PhD, and Jennifer Posey, MD, PhD.
Who can submit an application?
We encourage applications from any interested ASHG member, regardless of career stage, membership type, or experience with the Society.
ASHG recognizes the wide-ranging representation within our field. We welcome applications from individuals of varied backgrounds and perspectives.
What to have ready for an application submission:
You may begin the application, save and exit, and complete the application at any time before the deadline.
You will be asked to provide:
- Basic applicant information: institution, degree
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Responses to 5 short-answer questions, 250-500 words maximum each
- Confirmation that you have behaved consistently with the standards articulated in the professional conduct standards of the current ASHG Code of Ethics.
Selection process:
When applying, please see the related explanation of the EiC's roles and responsibilities. The Search Task Force will also consider the following criteria:
- Previous editorial experience
- Candidate’s indication that they have the time needed to lead the journal, with support from ASHG staff and the publisher
- A professional record of excellence in human genetics and genomics research, and the capacity to influence and encourage content submission from a broad and diverse community
- Familiarity with the scientific publishing landscape and business models
- Evidence of good management skills and ability to lead others collegially
- Interest in undertaking strategic and innovative directions in scientific publishing
- Expressed willingness to work collaboratively with AJHG and ASHG leadership on scientific publishing strategies and direction
Applicants will receive updates on their application status in early to mid-September. At that time, finalists will be selected and invited to interview. These interviews will take place in Boston, MA, on Saturday, October 18, coinciding with the final day of the ASHG Annual Meeting. All potential finalists are encouraged to keep this date available. The confidentiality of all applications will be strictly maintained.
Note: ASHG maintains a conflict of interest policy and requests its volunteers, staff, and editors complete a related disclosure annually.
An ASHG Portal login is required to access the nomination submission site. This is the same login used to join/renew as an ASHG member. If you forgot your password, reset your ASHG Portal password. Upon login, you will be asked to give the application system permission to access your ASHG account information.