Senior Scientific Researcher (Editor In Chief)

• *About the Opportunity Hala Publishing Group is expanding its international publishing portfolio and is seeking distinguished Founding Editors-in-Chief to lead the launch of a new generation of high-impact, peer-reviewed journals across globally significant research domains. This is a foundational academic leadership role, offering selected candidates the opportunity to shape a journal from inception through to DOAJ, Scopus, and Q1-indexed status, while contributing to the advancement of global scientific knowledge. ⸻ Key Responsibilities • Lead the academic, strategic, and scientific direction of the journal within your domain • Define the Aims & Scope, editorial vision, and publication framework aligned with international standards (COPE, ICMJE, DOAJ) • Establish and oversee a high-caliber Editorial Board and peer-review network • Ensure integrity, quality, and efficiency of the peer-review and editorial process • Drive manuscript acquisition, academic outreach, and journal positioning globally • Guide the journal through its indexing pathway (DOAJ → Scopus → Web of Science) • Collaborate with Hala Publishing Group on: • Strategic growth and positioning • Special issues and thematic directions • Long-term academic and indexing milestones ⸻ Scope of Recruitment (High-Impact Domains) We are actively recruiting Editors-in-Chief across key global disciplines, including: • Medicine & Clinical Sciences (All Specialties) • Dentistry & Oral Health • Public Health, Epidemiology & Global Health • Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Data Science • Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology • Engineering & Technology (All Fields) • Healthcare Systems, Digital Health & Health Policy • Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences • Business, Economics, Finance & Management • Environmental & Sustainability Sciences • Interdisciplinary and Emerging Technologies ⸻ Role Structure • Position Type: Founding Editor-in-Chief • Engagement Model: Voluntary Academic Leadership Role • Time Commitment: Approximately 2–4 hours per week • Location: Remote (Global) ⸻ Compensation & Incentives • Initial phase: Voluntary academic position • Transition into performance-based revenue sharing model upon journal growth • Incentives aligned with key milestones, including: • Journal indexing (Scopus, Web of Science) • APC revenue performance • Publication volume and impact ⸻ Support Provided Hala Publishing Group provides full operational and publishing support, including: • End-to-end publishing infrastructure (OJS system, DOI registration, hosting) • Editorial and administrative support teams • Marketing, branding, and global visibility strategies • Manuscript pipeline development and academic outreach support • Production services (typesetting, formatting, publication) ⸻ Candidate Profile We are seeking candidates who demonstrate: • A strong academic and research background in a high-impact domain • Prior experience as an editor, reviewer, or published researcher in indexed journals • Demonstrated academic leadership and strategic vision • Ability to guide a journal from launch to indexing • An established or emerging international academic network ⸻ Why Join Hala Publishing Group • Lead and shape a journal with global academic impact from day one • Build your editorial legacy within an international publishing platform • Collaborate with a fast-growing, multidisciplinary publishing group • Be part of a strategic vision focused on Q1-level journals and global recognition ⸻ Application Process Interested candidates are invited to submit: • Updated CV • Brief statement of interest • Proposed journal scope or thematic direction (optional but preferred)** Apply tot his job Apply To this Job