Scientific Studies of Reading (SSR) is the official journal of the Society for the Scientific Study of Reading, and publishes international research relevant to all aspects of reading and literacy including recognition, comprehension, and writing.
SSSR members can access the journal here.
Call for Nominations/Self-Nominations: Editor of Scientific Studies of Reading (SSR)
Deadline extended to March 2, 2026
The SSSR Publications and Dissemination Committee invites nominations and self-nominations for the next Editor of Scientific Studies of Reading (SSR). The selected Editor will begin receiving manuscripts May 1, 2026.
How to submit (steps)
- Download and complete the SSR Editor Nomination/Self-Nomination Form (linked below).
- Email the completed form by March 2, 2026 to:
Hope Gerde, Chair, SSSR Publications & Dissemination Committee — hgerde@tamu.edu - Questions about the position may be directed to the current editor:
Young-Suk Kim — youngsk7@uci.edu
Editor qualifications and responsibilities (summary)
The Editor must be an SSSR member; prior editorial experience is preferred. Responsibilities include appointing the Editorial Advisory Board, overseeing fair blind peer review and editorial decisions, coordinating with the publisher, and providing annual reports to the SSSR Board.
Term and transition
The Editor serves a 3-year term, taking responsibility for manuscripts submitted May 1, 2026–February 28, 2029 (Volumes 28, Issue 2 through Volume 31, Issue 1). The incoming Editor will work closely with the current editor to support a smooth transition. The Editor receives a modest stipend and some clerical assistance. The Committee expects to make recommendations to the President in March 2026, with the new editor announced soon after.
Downloads
Nomination/Self-Nomination Form (SSR Editor)
Full Call for Nominations: Editor of SSR