Book Review Editor: Enterprise and Society: The International Journal of Business History
Enterprise and Society: The International Journal of Business History, which is published for the Business History Conference by Oxford University Press, is looking for a new book review editor to replace David Sicilia who will step down in July 2006 after three years of dedicated service in that role. The book review editor works closely with the editor of the journal, who is currently
Kenneth Lipartito, and serves as a member of the editorial board for the journal. From its foundation, the journal's book review section has been distinguished not only by the quality of its reviews but also by the range of books that it has discussed. The ideal candidate for the position will carry on and develop this tradition. S/he will be someone with broad intellectual interests
and multiple networks in the field of business history and related fields. S/he will have strong administrative and organization skills; however, it should be noted that, thanks to the efforts of Sicilia and his predecessor, Philip Scranton, much of the administration of the book review process is now conducted electronically. Based on the experience of previous book review editors, the new editor will require the assistance of a graduate student, a computer that
can run the File Maker Pro program and a small budget of approximately $2,000 per year to cover the costs of telephone, postage, and supplies.
To be considered for the position of book review editor, please send a cover letter, which outlines your interest and aptitude for the job, together with an updated curriculum vitae to Mary O’Sullivan (acting for the Print Media Oversight Committee of the Business History Conference) at mosulliv@wharton.upenn.edu . All applications must be received by March 1, 2006 and a decision will be announced by April 15, 2006.
