The American Physical Society is conducting an international search for a new Lead Editor of Physical Review B (PRB).

The Lead Editor will provide leadership and vision regarding editorial standards, scope, and policies of the journal, and serves as the journals lead spokesperson. Physical Review B is the world’s largest dedicated physics journal covering condensed matter and materials physics.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: stature in a field of research within the scope of PRB; stature in the PRB author and referee community; editorial service with scholarly journals; management experience; ability to work effectively with an international array of authors, referees, and editors and with the APS; and the advocacy skills, integrity, and wisdom to lead the journal in responding to publication matters and issues important to all communities served by the journal.

The Lead Editor may maintain their present position and location while devoting 10% to 20% of their time to this position. The initial appointment is for a three-year term with renewal possible after review. Compensation is negotiable and dependent on established time commitment. The desired starting date is 1 October 2022, but other arrangements can be made.

The American Physical Society is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from or nominations of women and members of minority groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, pregnancy (including childbirth or related condition), citizenship, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, genetic information, other non-disqualifying disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The search is not limited to residents of the United States. Review of applications will begin on 1 August 2022 and continue until a candidate is selected. Inquiries, nominations, and applications should be sent to: Joel Moore, PRB Search Committee Chair, at edsearch@aps.org.