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OVERVIEW OF POSITION The International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders (IJLCD) is the RCSLT’s international, peer-reviewed journal, which publi...
The International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders (IJLCD) is the RCSLT’s international, peer-reviewed journal,
which publishes research focusing on speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders, and other relevant aspects of
speech & language therapy.
We are seeking a new Associate Editor in the area of adult-focused research to join our supportive IJLCD editorial team.
The role of Associate Editor offers the post-holder the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the dissemination of
quality research in speech & language therapy.
activities) within adult-focused research
Experience as an SLT and membership of the RCSLT is desirable.
This role receives an honorarium of around £2,500 annually.
We are hoping that the successful applicant will be able to join the IJLCD team immediately on appointment.
Further information about the role is available on request from Prof Clare McCann c.mccann@auckland.ac.nz
For applications please apply via the portal and provide the following information:
Closing date for applications: 9am 24th July 2026.
Online interviews to take place in: Week beginning 17th August 2026.
For further information please contact either Prof Clare McCann, Editor-in-Chief of the IJLCD, at c.mccann@auckland.ac.nz or the
RCSLT’s Head of Research & Outcomes amit.kulkarni@rclst.org.
IJLCD is published by Wiley on behalf of the RCSLT. As a signatory to the Joint Commitment for Action on Inclusion and Diversity
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positive change to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion through the editorial processes and policies of its publications. This
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