ESTRO invites applications for the position of Editor-in-Chief for Technical Innovations and Patient Support in Radiation Oncology
About the Journal
Technical Innovations & Patient Support in Radiation Oncology is an international, open access journal which brings together technology and patient care in the field of radiation oncology. The journal encompasses all topics of importance to radiation therapists, nurses and allied health professionals, including:
* Treatment planning and workflows
* Treatment delivery
* Treatment verification
* Patient care
* Supportive care
* Psycho-oncology
* Education and training
* Patient advocacy
* Policy development and management
* Patient reported outcome measures
* Risk management
* Radiotherapy quality management and control
* Radiotherapy audit
* Radiotherapy workflow management
* Personalisation
The journal publishes original research articles, case reports, practice development and health evaluation articles, review articles, short communications, technical notes, case series and reports, and correspondence.
Responsibilities of the Editor-in-Chief
Responsibilities of the Editor-in-Chief include:
Setting the strategy for the Journal
The journal Editor-in-Chief collaborates with the Publisher, associate editors, and editorial board members to ensure the Journal meets the highest standards in terms of scientific content for research in the field. Together, they will set the goals, objectives, and strategy for the Journal. The EiC will lead the efforts to make recommendations for updating the Journal’s aims and scope; improving the Journal features; enhancing the outreach of the Journal; as well as improving the efficiency of the operational publishing aspects.
Acting as an Ambassador for the Journal
The Editor-in-Chief, in consultation with the Publisher, associate editors, and editorial board members, will actively promote the Journal to the profession and the community. The Editor-in-Chief will lead the efforts to actively solicit and acquire suitable articles for the Journal by inviting colleagues of high scientific standing to contribute to the Journal. They will make every effort to uphold and improve the reputation of the Journal. The Editor-in-Chief will work with the Publisher to define the appropriate tools and channels for the promotion and marketing of the Journal with the aim of attracting high-level submissions.
Ensuring an efficient operation of the Journal
The Editor-in-Chief is responsible for the overall editorial management and development of the Journal, including the timely and efficient coordination of refereeing any submissions, ensuring an appropriate and sufficient level of submissions to meet the publication goals of the Journal.
The Editor-in-Chief will ensure that the Society is promptly kept informed and updated on the performance of the journal.
Appointing editors and editorial board members
The Editor-in-Chief will work closely with the Publisher, associate editors, and editorial board members to nominate candidates for appointment to (and make recommendations regarding removals from) the Editorial Board of the Journal.
Being responsible for matters of ethics in publishing
The Editor-in-Chief will conduct their activities in accordance with generally accepted industry standards for integrity and objectivity, including those defined by COPE and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). The Editor-in-Chief will work closely with the associate editors and editorial board members to resolve any questions linked to ethics of publishing in the Journal.
Characteristics and skills
- High standing within the scientific discipline
- Highly respected in their field
- Strong leader with the ability to engage and energise the editorial board members and other stakeholders
- Effective communicator, able to compromise on differing opinions
- In possession of knowledge related to integrity in research and publishing
- Proven ability to work to demanding deadlines
- Detail oriented professional
Application process
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply for this position by sending:
- A curriculum vitae
- A vision statement for the journal ≤ 1,000 words
In the vision statement, applicant should include their ideas/information about these specific points.
- What would be your strategy for advancing the Journal in terms of broadening its reach and increasing its quality?
- How does your proposed strategy fit with the ESTRO Vision 2030 and the ESTRO strategy for dissemination of scientific content?
- What do you consider to be the current strengths of the Journal or opportunities for improvement?
- What is your understanding of the scientific publishing landscape at present (including the position of the Journal relative to ESTRO’s flagship journal (Green Journal) and other oncology journals, including ESTRO other Open Access Journals (ctRO and phiRO))?
- Describe the qualities that you possess that will enable you to fulfil the responsibilities of this position.
- Describe any prior editorial experience.
Deadline to apply is 12 September 2025. Applications should be sent to Eralda Azizaj, Senior Manager, Science Unit, ESTRO eazizaj@estro.org with the subject heading ‘tipsRO editor application’.
Applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. The selection process will be undertaken by the ESTRO President, Past-President, President-Elect, and Scientific Council Chair. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held on the 17th of September.
A final recommendation will be made by the ESTRO Board.
Term
The term for the Editor-in-Chief will be 3 years, renewable once.
Compensation
The position is compensated.