Editor in Chief, Genetics in Medicine Translational Genomics

American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics

$120K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Bethesda, MD
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong scholarly record in translational genomics or related field
  • Peer-reviewed publishing experience as an author/editor
  • Collaborative leadership style for managing an international team
  • Ability to articulate and execute a strategic vision for journal growth
  • Commitment to scientific integrity, rigor, and inclusivity
  • Preferred experience at a biomedical or genetics journal
  • Active international engagement and familiarity with open access publishing

Responsibilities

  • Refine journal scope with ACMG leadership
  • Recruit and mentor an international Editorial Board
  • Oversee peer review process with staff support
  • Make final publication decisions
  • Commission content such as Special Issues
  • Promote the journal globally at scientific meetings
  • Monitor key performance metrics like submissions and citations

Benefits

  • Three-year renewable term appointment
  • Appointment on the ACMG Board
  • Involvement in shaping a new, high-impact journal
  • Opportunity to engage with an international community
  • Ability to influence global genomic and medical discussions
Full Job Description
ACMG is seeking an inaugural Editor-in-Chief (EIC) to lead Genetics in Medicine Translational Genomics (GIM TG), a new open access journal launching in 2027. GIM TG is dedicated to translating genomic discoveries into clinical practice and therapeutics, and will serve as a global forum at the interface of genomics and medicine. GIM TG is an official ACMG journal and companion to Genetics in Medicine and Genetics in Medicine Open. The inaugural EIC will serve alongside the Editors-in-Chief of the companion journals as part of ACMG's integrated publications leadership team. Journal scope includes: - Clinical and translational applications: medical/clinical human genetics, diagnostics, personalized medicine, and pharmacogenomics - Therapeutics: gene therapy and gene editing - Research and development: preclinical and non-human studies, biotechnology, bioengineering, and technological developments in biological sciences - Computational sciences: bioinformatics and related methodologies The journal will publish Original Research, Reviews, Commentaries, Case Reports, Clinical Utility Studies, and Methods & Protocols, and welcomes Negative Data. As inaugural EIC, you will shape GIM TG from launch-defining its editorial voice, building its global editorial community, and establishing it as a high-impact, internationally recognized publication. Candidates with strong networks beyond North America are especially encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Editorial Leadership - Refine journal scope in collaboration with ACMG leadership and the publisher - Recruit and mentor an international Editorial Board - Oversee the peer review process, with the assistance of staff - Make final publication decisions - Commission content, including Special Issues Growth and Community Building - Promote the journal globally at scientific meetings and through professional networks - Attract high-quality international submissions - Engage ACMG membership and other stakeholders to grow readership, authorship, and editorial participation - particularly among early career researchers - Represent the journal at key conferences Operational Oversight - Monitor key performance metrics, including submissions, decisions, and citations - Champion open access, author experience, and accessibility Qualifications Required Qualifications - Strong scholarly record in translational genomics or a related field - Peer-reviewed publishing experience, as an author and/or editor - Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build and lead an international team of editors - Demonstrated ability to articulate and execute a strategic vision for journal growth and development - Commitment to scientific integrity, rigor, and inclusivity in publishing Preferred Qualifications - Editorial experience at a biomedical or genetics journal - Active international engagement (Europe, Australia, Asia) - Familiarity with open access publishing - ACMG membership, or willingness to join Additional Information Appointment Terms This is a three-year, renewable term appointment. The Editor-in-Chief serves ex officio on the ACMG Board. The appointment will be finalized by early fall 2026, with manuscript intake beginning October 2026. Compensation and time commitment will be defined in a formal agreement. How to Apply Submit the following: - Cover letter (3 pages or fewer) outlining your vision, experience, and approach - Curriculum vitae (CV) - Brief statement on international engagement Applications will be accepted until September 15, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as interviews may begin before the application deadline. Nominations of colleagues who may not be actively seeking new opportunities are also welcome and may be directed to Human Resources. For questions about this position, please contact Catherine Wattenberg, ACMG Director of Publications. Travel Requirements: This position will require the ability to travel domestically and internationally occasionally. Physical Requirements This is a largely sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.

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