AACC is soliciting expressions of interest for the position of Editor of Clinical Chemistry. The current editor will retire from the journal at the conclusion of his term at the end of 2007. To ensure a smooth transition, AACC seeks to appoint a successor by the middle of next year.

The flagship publication of AACC, Clinical Chemistry, International Journal of Molecular Diagnostics and Laboratory Medicine is the leading journal in its field for total citations and
impact factor. A highly competitive publication, the journal accepts about a third of the 1,500 manuscripts submitted each year while maintaining excellent turnaround on initial decision.

The editor is primarily responsible for managing the peer-review process and is solely responsible for the scientific content of the journal. The editor reports to the AACC Board of Directors.

Candidates should have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, clinical laboratory experience, and a record of published research as primary author. A current faculty appointment is preferred. Candidates should be willing to make a five-year commitment.

Interested applicants should submit an expression of interest and CV by September 30, 2006 to:
Carl Burtis, PhD
Search Committee Chair
AACC
1850 K St. NW, Suite 625
Washington, DC 20006
editorsearch@aacc.org