Hello all, Are you passionate about democratizing knowledge and amplifying diverse voices in political science? Join us in our mission to make quality research more accessible and promote diverse perspectives in the field! As an independent open access journal, Politikon: The IAPSS Journal of Political Science aims to bridge the gap between emerging scholars and the wider academic community. We are currently seeking a new Deputy Editor to support our editorial team and contribute to this important endeavor. Position Details: - One-year term - Unpaid volunteer work - Must maintain IAPSS membership throughout the editorial collaboration Deputy Editor Responsibilities: - Support the Editor-in-Chief in implementing editorial strategy aligned with IAPSS goals and Politikon's mission - Assist in managing the editorial process: reviewing submissions, coordinating peer-review, and maintaining publication schedule - Help ensure content quality, accuracy, style, and tone - Build relationships with authors and reviewers, providing guidance and feedback - Contribute to promotion strategies, including social media, email marketing, and partnerships - Co-organize Politikon's methodological seminar series - Collaborate on special issues and potentially lead a special issue in 2026 on a topic of your choice Benefits: - Develop advanced editorial skills and scholarly publishing expertise - Access to exclusive IAPSS resources, networks, and academic events - Build digital literacy through journal management systems and academic publishing platforms - Enhance academic CV with recognized editorial experience - Establish connections with emerging and established scholars in the field - Gain insights into academic publishing processes and standards - Opportunity for leadership advancement - the current Editor-in-Chief's term ends in August 2026, and the Deputy Editor will have the opportunity to take over the journal - Contribute to shaping in Political Science research Ideal Candidates: - PhD student or early career scholar in Political Science or related field - Strong writing and editing skills with some publication experience - Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects - Commitment to IAPSS goals: promoting Political Science education and international dialogue Application Process: 1. Complete the online form <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTEA9ErKvaPDUzlybeeSUeEHLyE0ZcxzxeO7BldFaV09fCLA/viewform?usp=dialog> 2. Submit cover letter, CV, and one writing sample 3. If upload issues occur, email documents to politikonjournal@iapss.org *For more information and submission guidelines, please visit Politikon's website.* <https://politikon.iapss.org/index.php/politikon/announcement/view/21> Important Dates: - Deadline for submission: 5 June 2025 - Notification of short-listed candidates: 15 June 2025 - Interviews with Editorial Team to follow notification Best wishes, Anya Anya Kuteleva *Editor-in-Chief of IAPSS Politikon* *Politikon: The IAPSS Journal of Political Science* www.politikon.iapss.org <http://www.iapss.org/> | *https://x.com/iapss_politikon <https://x.com/iapss_politikon>* *International Association for Political Science Students (IAPSS)* Global HQ: Department of Political Science, Concordia University, 1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd. West, Montréal, Québec, Canada, H3G 1M8 www.iapss.org | www.facebook.com/iapss | https://x.com/iapss *NEW: * Special Issue on the Rise of Anti-gender and Anti-feminist Discourses in International Politics (Jan 2025) <https://politikon.iapss.org/index.php/politikon/issue/view/64> <https://politikon.iapss.org/index.php/politikon/announcement/view/19> [image: https://politikon.iapss.org/index.php/politikon/announcement/view/19] <https://politikon.iapss.org/index.php/politikon/announcement/view/19>