Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) · 2 days ago
Editor in Chief
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) is a leading advocate for associate degree nursing programs in the United States. The Editor-in-Chief will provide strategic and operational leadership for the journal •Teaching and Learning in Nursing•, overseeing the editorial process and ensuring alignment with OADN’s mission to advance nursing education and practice.
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Hiring Manager
Bryan Hoffman
Responsibilities
Provide overall strategic direction for the journal, ensuring alignment with OADN’s mission and priorities for associate degree nursing education and practice
Manage and refine the journal’s aims and scope to ensure continued relevance, rigor, and impact
Design, select, and manage special issues (at least one per year) that advance key topics in teaching and learning in nursing, particularly within associate degree programs
Manage the journal’s metrics (e.g., submissions, acceptance rates, usage, citation indicators) and implement strategies to enhance visibility, quality, and growth
Run and monitor regular reports (e.g., submission trends, review times, citation and usage metrics) to guide data-informed editorial decisions and strategic planning
Assess all new submissions for fit with the journal’s aims and scope, relevance to nursing education (with emphasis on associate degree nursing), and minimal quality thresholds
Manage desk rejections, including providing clear and constructive communication to authors
Oversee the full peer-review process from initial assessment through final decision, ensuring timely, fair, and rigorous review of manuscripts
Make final decisions on manuscripts, integrating reviewer and handling editor recommendations while upholding high scholarly and ethical standards
Ensure adherence to best practices in publishing ethics (e.g., COPE guidance), including management of conflicts of interest, authorship concerns, and research integrity issues
Lead and manage the editorial team, including associate/handling editors and the editorial board, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and productive culture
Conduct at least two editorial board meetings per year (or more as needed) to review journal performance, discuss strategy, and plan future initiatives
Recruit, support, and grow a diverse pool of peer reviewers with expertise in nursing education, associate degree nursing, and related areas
Provide mentorship and support for editorial board members, handling editors, and reviewers to promote consistency, quality, and professional development
Recruit and support new and established authors, with particular attention to voices from associate degree nursing programs, community colleges, and diverse communities
Provide guidance to authors on manuscript preparation, responding to reviews, and aligning work with the journal’s aims and OADN’s mission
Ensure that each issue includes a high-quality editorial (written by the EiC or managed through invited contributions), highlighting key content and situating it within current trends and challenges in nursing education (four editorials per year)
Manage, support, edit, and approve OADN Society Pages and related society content to ensure integration of OADN initiatives, priorities, and advocacy into the journal
Work closely with the publisher on all production processes, including approving proofs for all articles and front/back matter prior to publication
Manage the print issues for each of the four issues per year, including issue planning, content flow, and scheduling to ensure timely publication
Collaborate with the publisher on journal promotion, digital presence, and dissemination strategies that enhance readership and impact
Present journal metrics, trends, and strategic updates to the OADN Board of Directors at least annually (and more often as requested)
Represent the journal at OADN’s annual convention and other relevant meetings, showcasing the journal’s role in advancing associate degree nursing education and scholarship
Design and present writing and publishing workshops at the OADN convention (and/or virtually), supporting faculty, clinicians, and emerging scholars—especially those in associate degree nursing programs
Serve as an advocate and ambassador for associate degree nursing pathways and for the role of scholarship in strengthening those pathways
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree in nursing (e.g., PhD, DNP, EdD in Nursing) or a closely related field
Demonstrated record of scholarship in nursing education, practice, or related fields, with a strong understanding of associate degree nursing
Significant experience with scholarly publishing, including roles as an author and peer reviewer; prior editorial or editorial board experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills, including experience leading teams, committees, or academic programs
Clear, compelling commitment to and advocacy for the associate degree nursing pathway and community college–based nursing education
Strong understanding of research methods and evidence-based practice in nursing education
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide constructive feedback to authors, reviewers, and editorial colleagues
Familiarity with online manuscript management and peer-review systems
Preferred
Previous experience as an editor, associate editor, or section editor for a peer-reviewed journal
Experience working with a professional or specialty society, particularly in nursing or health professions education
Experience analyzing and using journal metrics and publishing data to guide decisions
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in nursing education, practice, and publishing
Experience designing and delivering writing or publishing workshops or faculty development programs
Company
Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN)
Vision: To expand networks that promote leadership, collaboration, and advocacy to further enrich nursing education and the communities we serve.
Founded in 1984
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rick García
Chief Executive Officer
Bryan Hoffman
Chief Operating Officer
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