Continuity and Change aims to define a field of historical sociology concerned with long-term continuities and discontinuities in the structures of past societies.
Emphasis is upon studies whose agenda or methodology combines elements from traditional fields such as history, sociology, law, demography, economics or anthropology, or ranges freely between them.
There is a strong commitment to comparative studies over a broad range of cultures and time spans.
The current editorial team consists of four Editors (one outgoing). It is published by Liverpool University Press.
The successful applicant will begin in December 2026.
Role and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the existing editorial team to:
- Provide intellectual leadership and strategic direction for the journal.
- Oversee the peer-review process and editorial decision-making.
- Support the recruitment and development of a diverse pool of authors, reviewers, and editorial board members.
- Promote the journal within relevant academic and professional networks.
- Contribute to initiatives that strengthen the journal’s international profile, impact, and inclusivity.
- Identify emerging research agendas and opportunities for special issues or thematic collections.
Support and Resources
Details regarding honoraria, workload expectations, and available resources will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from candidates with:
- An established record of high-quality research and publication in the field.
- Experience as a reviewer, editorial board member, guest editor, or journal editor.
- A strong commitment to academic excellence, fairness, and constructive peer review.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a diverse and internationally engaged editorial team.
- A commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion within scholarly publishing.
- We particularly encourage expressions of interest from scholars whose expertise broadens the journal’s geographical, methodological, or thematic reach.
The Selection Process
- Applications should include the following information: name and contact details; why, in no more than 500 words, you think you can make a good Editor; your ideas for developing the journal; other points in support of your application; a CV; names and contact details of two referees.
- Applications are invited to Clare Hooper, Director of Journals Publishing at Liverpool University Press (clare.hooper@liverpool.ac.uk) as soon as possible and not later than 23rd October 2026.
Diversity and Equality
Liverpool University Press and Continuity and Change are committed to diversity and equality of opportunity. All applicants will be considered on their abilities and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of age, caring responsibilities, colour, disability, employment status, gender, gender identity, marital status, nationality, race or ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction.
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