Information Technology and Libraries [ITAL] is one of the three open-access, peer-reviewed journals published by Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures (a division of ALA). If you are interested in furthering the scholarly record for library, archive, or museum technology and have a background or interest in information technology, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the profession and engage with colleagues across all types of organizations in examining the role of technology in libraries. Our goal is to have the Editorial Board reflect the breadth of technology used by institutions of all sizes and audiences.
The ITAL Editorial Board has a critical role to play in building the foundation for the journal’s future. The Editorial Board should reflect the broad diversity of Core’s membership. Members of the Board have several key responsibilities (for details, see the editorial board member job description):
- Shaping the direction and strategy for the journal;
- Participating in monthly online Editorial Board meetings and working groups between full board meetings as assigned;
- Performing editorial board desk reviews as requested by the Editors; and
- Soliciting contributions to the journal (based on personal networking, conference attendance, etc.).
Board members are expected to participate in monthly online meetings. A term of service is two years (July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028); an individual may serve up to two consecutive terms and must maintain a membership in the Core division for that period.
No prior editorial board experience is required. All editorial board members are expected to be committed to contributing to the growth and mission of the journal, but editorial board membership will also provide the opportunity to learn about scholarly publishing and how content policies and procedures are established.
More Information about this role can be found in the Information Technologies and Libraries website and the ITAL Editorial Board committee page on the Core website. Still have questions? Please contact any member of the nominating committee (details below).
How to Apply. Submit your application by May 1, 2026.
ITAL Editorial Board Nominating Committee
– Cindi Blyberg, Editorial Board member (cindiann@gmail.com)
– Joanna DiPasquale, Assistant Editor (dipasquj@union.edu)
– Liliana Giusti Serra, Editorial Board member (giustiserra@gmail.com)
– Heather Tierney, Editorial Board member (heather.tierney@raritanval.edu)
– Ken Varnum, Editor (varnum@umich.edu)
