Apply to be the next editor-in-chief of GI & Hepatology News!

Applications are now open for the next editor-in-chief of GI & Hepatology News. The editor will work collaboratively with AGA, GI & Hep News’s publisher Conexiant, and the board of associate editors to maintain the quality of the newspaper and provide direction for editorial content. The editor will also recruit up to six associate editors.

This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your leadership skills in the editorial space and make a direct impact on the future of AGA’s content. Full application requirements can be found at gastro.org/GIHN. Comprehensive applications should be sent via email to Danielle Kiefer, GI & Hep News managing editor, at dkiefer@gastro.org by March 31.

“As editor-in-chief of GI & Hepatology News, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with an exceptional editorial team as we strive to serve busy GI practitioners by showcasing emerging clinical advances, technological innovations, and policy updates impacting patient care and offer balanced perspectives on key clinical controversies in GI. It has been deeply rewarding to help bring clarity to complex issues and empower the GI community with timely, clinically actionable information.” — Megan A. Adams, MD, JD, MSc

Term and key dates

Applications are due March 31, 2026.

The term of office is five years, with an official start date of Oct. 1, 2026. Applicants should be available to begin training and transitioning into the role of editor beginning June 2026.

Honorarium

The editor-in-chief will receive an annual honorarium of $7,500.

Application materials

Applications should include:

• A letter of interest

• A current resume or CVA 

• A completed conflict of interest form

• Your proposed board of associate editors, if selected

Learn more.