Resident/Fellow Section Editor Application

Apply to be a Resident/Fellow Section (RFS) Editor for AJPMR

We are excited to announce that applications for new Section Editors for the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AJPMR) Resident Fellow Section (RFS) are now open! The RFS was established to provide PM&R trainees with additional opportunities to publish high-quality original content relevant to PM&R education and training in a peer-reviewed journal.

We are seeking a diverse group of residents and fellows with prior research experience to serve as Section Editors. The primary role of Section Editors is to review and critique submissions to the RFS under the supervision Associate Editors, Dinesh Kumbhare, MD, PhD and Allison Schroeder, MD. It is estimated that Section Editors will review approximately 1-3 articles a month and see these articles through to publication. The group will also meet occasionally to discuss opportunities to enhance the RFS and for Section Editors to learn more about how to effectively review submitted manuscripts. Resident and fellow Section Editors are also invited to be members of the AJPMR Editorial Board, which provides a unique opportunity to gain insight into the editorial process.

We anticipate the time commitment to be approximately 10-15 hours per month. Selected Editors will have the option to remain on the Editorial Staff until the completion of their residency/fellowship training (2-3 years) at the discretion of the Associate Editors.

Eligibility:

• Good standing in an ACGME accredited PM&R residency or fellowship program
• PGY3 or above as of July 1, 2025
• Active member of the Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP)

Application Process:
Please submit the following information using the form below:

1. Copy of your CV.
2. Personal Statement (300 word limit). Describe your background, interests, and qualifications to serve in the position of Resident or Fellow Editor with a statement of commitment to provide 10-15 hours per month for Journal-related activities.
3. Letter of support and good standing from your residency program director. We would like to know that your program director supports your work with the RFS and has provided you time to participate.