Elaine Evans / Friday, July 17, 2020 / Categories: General News ISHS seeks new editor for Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society The Illinois State Historical Society seeks a new editor for the 112-year-old Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society, the leading academic publication for historical research about the state of Illinois. Candidates should: Have a Ph.D. in American history and hold a teaching position at an Illinois college or university Be engaged actively in the study of Illinois and Midwestern history Be a member of the Illinois State Historical Society Have support from his or her department and institution (release time or interns) Have some editorial experience in academic writing Be willing to make a three-year commitment to publish four issues of the Journal per calendar year Interested candidates should send curriculum vitae to: William Furry, Executive Director Illinois State Historical Society 5255 Shepherd Road Springfield, IL 62703 Or send via email to: Executivedirector@historyillinois.org Deadline for application: October 1, 2020 Previous Article ISHS 2020 Election of Directors and Advisers Next Article ISHS Passes Resolution regarding ALPLM's Termination of Illinois State Historian Print 1237 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society Please login or register to post comments.