Call for Guest Editors-History and Culture Journal (HCJ)

2026-07-17

Call for Guest Editors
History and Culture Journal (HCJ)

Invitation for Scholars to Serve as Guest Editors for Special Issues

History and Culture Journal (HCJ) invites qualified scholars, researchers, and experts from universities and research institutions worldwide to apply for the position of Guest Editor for upcoming Special Issues.

We welcome academics with strong research backgrounds and international academic experience to propose and organize Special Issues focusing on emerging topics, interdisciplinary research, and frontier developments in history, culture, and related fields.

Responsibilities of Guest Editors

Guest Editors will be responsible for:

  • Proposing a Special Issue topic aligned with current research trends;

  • Developing the Call for Papers and promoting the Special Issue within the academic community;

  • Inviting potential authors and encouraging high-quality submissions;

  • Coordinating the peer-review process with the editorial office;

  • Providing recommendations on manuscript decisions based on reviewers’ comments;

  • Contributing to the academic quality and visibility of the Special Issue.

Research Areas

We welcome proposals covering, but not limited to:

  • Political, Social, and Economic History

  • Cultural Heritage and Memory Studies

  • Historiography and Historical Methodology

  • Cross-Cultural Exchange and Global History

  • Archaeology and Material Culture

  • History of Art, Literature, and Ideas

  • Digital Humanities and Historical Data Analysis

  • Interdisciplinary Studies Linking History with Anthropology, Sociology, Philosophy, and Geography

Eligibility

Applicants should:

  • Hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent academic qualification;

  • Be affiliated with a recognized university or research institution;

  • Have a strong publication record in relevant research fields;

  • Possess experience in academic reviewing, editorial work, or research project management;

  • Demonstrate enthusiasm for promoting international academic exchange.

Benefits of Serving as Guest Editor

Selected Guest Editors will receive:

  • Official recognition as Guest Editor of an HCJ Special Issue;

  • An opportunity to lead an international academic collection;

  • Editorial experience and academic networking opportunities;

  • A Guest Editor certificate issued by the journal;

  • Promotion of the Special Issue through the journal’s academic channels.

How to Apply

Interested scholars are invited to submit:

  • A brief academic biography (CV);

  • Proposed Special Issue title and research scope;

  • A short description of the topic significance;

  • Institutional affiliation and contact information.

Please send your application to:
Email: HCJ@upsjournals.com
Subject: Application for HCJ Guest Editor

We look forward to collaborating with scholars worldwide to advance research and knowledge exchange in history and cultural studies.

Editorial Office
History and Culture Journal (HCJ)
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https://upsjournals.com/hcj