The AAR Publications Committee seeks an editor for the Academy Series, sponsored by the American Academy of Religion and published in cooperation with Oxford University Press.
The deadline to apply is May 31, 2026.
The Academy Series is devoted to publishing first books by early career researchers and scholars in the field of religious studies, including books that originate as dissertations. The series seeks to reflect the full range of cultural areas and methodological approaches in the field, with special attention to the areas published by Oxford University Press. The Academy Series editor will not only solicit new book proposals, but they will also act as a mentor for authors through their first book publishing process. The editor will also help authors develop a full book proposal and review letters of recommendation.
AAR Series Editors help set editorial policy, acquire manuscripts, and work with Oxford University Press in seeing manuscripts through to publication. Editors sit on the AAR Publications Committee for the duration of their five-year (renewable once) term. These are volunteer positions. All applicants must be members of the American Academy of Religion. Co-editorship may be considered. The position officially begins January 1, 2027.
For inquiries and questions, please e-mail S.B. Rodriguez-Plate, Publications Committee Chair, splate@hamilton.edu and Amy Defibaugh, Director of Programs and Publications, adefibaugh@aarweb.org
To apply for the position, please complete the form below by May 31, 2026. The committee anticipates contacting finalists to organize interviews in summer 2026. You must be logged in to access the form.
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