Personality Psychology Podcast #53 Editor-in-Chief of the European Journal of Personality with incoming editor Matthias Ziegler and outgoing editor René Mõttus
Mar 18, 2025
Matthias Ziegler, the incoming editor-in-chief of the European Journal of Personality, shares insights on transitioning editorial leadership alongside outgoing editor René Mõttus. They discuss the pivotal role of an editor-in-chief, the evolution of personality psychology research, and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. Ziegler critiques the current trend towards situational analyses, advocating for a renewed focus on individual differences. Both reflect on their editorial journey, the significance of academic connections, and the future of the journal.
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Editor-in-Chief Roles
- An editor-in-chief shapes a journal's vision, manages associate editors, and handles manuscript submissions.
- They also represent the journal to the publisher, organization, and authors.
Promoting Research and Shaping the Field
- Editors should actively promote published research through various channels like social media and conferences.
- They can also solicit papers on important topics or use target papers to address key issues.
Recruitment of Editors-in-Chief
- Editors-in-chief are typically not paid much money.
- They are often headhunted for the role due to its complexity and time commitment.