JPRAS & JPRAS Open

JPRAS Associate Editor for Research & Engagement

(Appointment to an extendable annual term)

To apply for this position, please complete the application form linked here and return it alongside a brief CV (max 2 pages) to Nandi Jhugroo, Publications  Manager, nandi.jhugroo@bapras.org.uk before Monday 1 June 2026.
  

The Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery (JPRAS) is a leading international, peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the science and practice of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery worldwide. With a strong global reach, JPRAS strives to promote excellence, innovation and collaboration across the specialty. The Journal publishes original research articles including basic science, systematic reviews, short communications and letters to the editor to support evidence-based surgical practice and foster the continued development of the field. JPRAS is the official journal for BAPRAS, ICOPLAST and EURAPS.
 

To support the development of high‑quality, insight‑driven and clinical social media content across JPRAS social media channels, the JPRAS Editorial Team are seeking to appoint an Associate Editor for Research & Engagement who will play a role in shaping JPRAS’ digital presence.
 

This role combines analytical and clinical research with creative execution of messaging. The Associate Editor for Research & Engagement will be responsible for identifying on-trend and compelling articles and author collections from JPRAS and researching and monitoring trends to identify informative and popular topics in plastic surgery. They will transform this research and connect it to JPRAS content to help create compelling and insightful social media campaigns, infographics and summaries that will increase online community engagement with JPRAS.

The person in this role will work closely with the JPRAS Editorial Team and BAPRAS Publications Manager to maintain a consistent content strategy and tone across all communications.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Source, organise, and interpret JPRAS content to identify opportunities to highlight on the JPRAS webpage and social media channels.
• Draft, edit and publish engaging content that is tailored to specific social media platforms, ensuring alignment with JPRAS strategic aims and in coordination with relevant team members.
• Monitor current trends to help keep JPRAS social media content timely, effective and on trend.

• Share research with Editorial and Publishing teams to inform social media content planning and campaign development, helping the team make data‑driven decisions about what social media content to post and when.
• Provide updates on social media performance at monthly editorial meetings.

Skills & Experience

• Medically qualified with clinical experience in plastic & reconstructive surgery.
• A background in research, with the ability to turn findings into clear and engaging social media content.
• Familiarity with major social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, WhatsApp) and their analytics tools.
• Excellent writing and editing abilities, with an eye for detail and ability to connect audiences with meaningful content.
• Creative mindset with an interest in online storytelling and communication in the plastic surgery field.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate closely with Editorial and Publishing teams to maintain consistent and uniform social media campaigns.

It is recommended that the person in this role is an existing PLASTA/BAPRAS/EURAPS member or is currently applying to be a PLASTA/BAPRAS/EURAPS member.

The JPRAS Associate Editor for Research & Engagement will be appointed on a consultancy basis and will receive complimentary access to specified BAPRAS Congress and AEC meetings for their services in this role. Please note that the person in this role must commit to delivering services for ~3 hours each week and to attend monthly editorial meetings where possible or to submit a report for the monthly editorial meetings. They are responsible for accommodating this work around their clinical commitments. The term of this role is one year extendable by mutual agreement.
    

To apply for this position, please fill out the accompanying application form and return it alongside a brief CV (max 2 pages) to Nandi Jhugroo nandi.jhugroo@bapras.org.uk before Monday 1 June 2026.