Vacancy editor-in-chief Pythagoras
15 September 2025
Pythagoras is a Dutch mathematics magazine that introduces students of vwo and havo, and everyone who is young in spirit to the fun and challenging aspects of mathematics. It appears six times a year in a paper edition.
Would you like to excite a young audience for math? Pythagoras As of May 1st, 2026, a chief editor. It is a paid job for 1 day a week.
Tasks package:
The editor-in-chief is responsible for managing the editorial staff and organises the entire process from planning to publication of each number of Pythagoras. He/she is responsible for acquiring copy and monitors the content line and tone of the sheet. The editor-in-chief maintains contact with editors and (guest) authors, as well as with the designer, printer and subscription administration. In addition, the editor-in-chief is the first contact point for Pythagoras for both the Netherlands and Belgium. He/she thus represents Pythagoras at fairs and events such as the National Mathematics Days, the annual meeting of the Dutch Association for Mathematics Teachers, the Wintersymposium and MathFest. The editor in chief is also responsible for the social media of Pythagoras, organizes promotional actions for the magazine, and is involved in fundraising.
Asked:
- a mathematical background
- affinity with the target group of Pythagoras
- experience in project management
- good communication skills
For more information about this job contact Roosmarij Vanhommerig (hoofdredacteur@pyth.eu).
Send your application letter (including CV and one or more references) to the secretary of the Royal Mathematical Society (secretaris@wiskgenoot.nl).