Reviews Editor

Modern & Contemporary France invites applications to the role of Book Reviews Editor.

The Reviews Editor of Modern & Contemporary France is responsible for:

commissioning reviews of the most significant new book publications in the areas covered by the journal from as wide a range of suitably qualified reviewers as possible;
liaising with presses and potential reviewers for books to be posted, or links to digital copies sent, to the appropriate reviewer directly;
advising reviewers on their work, editing their copy and proof-reading reviews prior to publication;
liaising with the Production Assistant and Editor in Chief on the selection and running order of reviews for each issue;
keeping appropriate and GDPR-compliant records of their activities;
attending Editorial Board meetings and any additional meetings of the editorial team as may be required;
supporting and advising the wider editorial team and journal staff (Editor in Chief, Co-Editor, North American Editor, Social Media and Reader Engagement Assistant);
working to grow and support our community of reviewers.

The initial term of appointment runs for 3 years from 1 January 2027. Please contact the outgoing Reviews Editor, Dr Dominique Carlini Versini (dominique.carlini-versini@durham.ac.uk), or the Editor in Chief, Dr Elizabeth Benjamin (ac7390@coventry.ac.uk) with any informal inquiries.

To apply for the role please send a short letter of application (2pp maximum) outlining your relevant experience and a CV to Mark Wilson, Honorary Secretary, ASMCF, at mark.g.wilson@durham.ac.uk by 30 November 2026.