Apply to Join the APL Bioengineering editorial team as the Editor-in-Chief |
AIP Publishing is seeking the next Editor-in-Chief for APL Bioengineering (APB).
Candidates should be highly regarded scientists with research expertise in key areas of bioengineering and biomedical research. The successful candidate will have a clear scientific vision for the journal, demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for the role, and showcase strong leadership and interpersonal skills. They will work collaboratively with a committed editorial team and the Publisher to enact policies and initiatives to translate their scientific vision into a strategic editorial program. The candidate will also support growth of the journal by collaborating within AIP Publishing’s bioscience portfolio, adopting an author-centric view, maintaining high editorial and ethical standards, expanding coverage to capture emerging areas of research, and supporting AIP Publishing’s Open Science strategy.
There are no geographic limitations to the Editor’s location. The initial appointment is for five years with the possibility of renewal. The Editor will be paid an honorarium commensurate with the roles and responsibilities of the position.
The search committee welcomes either applications or nominations of potential candidates. A nomination can be a brief note suggesting a suitable candidate. An application should consist of a Curriculum Vitae and a statement of the applicant’s vision and future aspirations for APB. The statement should be no more than 3 pages and should include a few paragraphs on the candidate’s leadership experience, community involvement, and scientific accomplishments that make them uniquely qualified for the Editor-in-Chief position.
Applications or nominations received before July 31, 2026, will receive full consideration. A Search Committee will advise AIP Publishing regarding suitable candidates for the position.
To apply: If you would like to be considered for this position, please fill in the application below. You must include your CV and a cover letter stating your interest. If you have any questions, please direct them to the APL Bioengineering journal team: researcher-info@aipjournals.org.
To nominate: Please send the name of your nominee, their institution, email address, and website to the APL Bioengineering journal team: researcher-info@aipjournals.org.
About the journal:
APL Bioengineering is devoted to research at the intersection of biology, physics, and engineering. The journal publishes high-impact manuscripts specific to the understanding and advancement of physics and engineering of biological systems. The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and perspectives covering a broad spectrum of topics including Biofabrication and Bioprinting, Biomedical Materials, Sensors, and Imaging, Engineered Living Systems, Cell and Tissue Engineering, Regenerative Medicine, Biomechanics and Computational Biology.
In 2025, APL Bioengineering published 103 articles in 2025, and received over 2,400 total citations, reinforcing its status as the blossoming home for the bioengineering and biomedical research communities.
For more information on APB, please visit APL Bioengineering.
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