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Call for Nominations: Editor of Psychotherapy Bulletin

Call for Nominations: Editor of Psychotherapy Bulletin

The Publication Board of the APA Division of Psychotherapy is seeking nominations (including self-nominations) for the position of Editor of the Psychotherapy Bulletin.  Candidates should be available to assume the title of Incoming Editor January 1, 2011, for a three-year term. During the first year of the term, the incoming editor will work with the incumbent editor.

The Psychotherapy Bulletin is an official publication of the Division of Psychotherapy.  It serves as the primary communication with Division 29 members and publishes archival material and official notices from the Division of Psychotherapy.  The Bulletin also serves as an outlet for timely information and discussions on theory, practice, training, and research in psychotherapy.

Prerequisites: Be a member or fellow of the APA Division of Psychotherapy

An earned doctoral degree in psychology

Support the mission of the APA Division of Psychotherapy

Responsibilities: The editor of the Psychotherapy Bulletin is responsible for its content and production.  Since the editor will work in collaboration with the Internet editor, a strong background in the use of technology and a vision for expanding the Bulletin’s presence in the online environment are important. The editor maintains regular communication with the Division’s Central Office, Board of Directors, and contributing editors. The editor is responsible for managing the page ceiling and for providing reports to the Publication Board as requested. The editor must be a conscientious manager, determine budgets, and administer funds for his or her office.  As an ex officio member of the Publication Board, the editor attends the scheduled meetings and conference calls of the Division’s Publications Board.  An editorial term is three years.

Oversight: The Editor of the Psychotherapy Bulletin reports to the Division of Psychotherapy’s Board of Directors through the Publication Board.

Nominations: To be considered for the position, please send a letter of interest and a copy of your curriculum vitae no later than April 15, 2010 to: Jean Carter, PhD, Publications Board, c/o Washington Psychological Center, PC, 5225 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 513, Washington DC  20015 or electronically to jcarterphd@gmail.com.  Inquiries about the position should be addressed to Dr. Jean Carter (202 244-3505 or jcarterphd@gmail.com) and/or to the incumbent editor, Dr. Jennifer Cornish (303 871-4734 or jcornish@du.edu).