Join Us

Are you a passionate and accomplished researcher in the field of biological sciences? Do you have a strong desire to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge and promote excellence in scholarly publishing? If so, we cordially invite you to consider joining the esteemed Editorial/Reviewer Board of Advances in Bioscience.

About Advances in BioScience

Advances in Bioscience is a leading open access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research across the vast and ever-evolving field of biological sciences. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Biochemistry
  • Cell biology
  • Genetics
  • Molecular biology
  • Neuroscience
  • Plant biology
  • Ecology
  • Evolutionary biology
  • And many more!

For the complete list of subject areas, please refer to the Aims and Scope of the journal.

About the Role

Editorial/Reviewer Board Members play a vital role in ensuring the scientific integrity and quality of published research. Members serve in a dual capacity, contributing both editorial expertise and conducting peer reviews based on their area of specialization.

Key Responsibilities

Editorial Functions

  • Contributing to Journal Policies: Contributing to the development and refinement of editorial policies, guidelines, and processes to improve the efficiency and overall quality of the journal.
  • Editorial Decision Making: Participating in editorial decision-making processes by providing recommendations on whether to accept, reject, or request revisions to submitted manuscripts based on reviewer feedback and editorial judgment.
  • Providing Editorial Guidance: Providing constructive feedback and recommendations to authors to improve the quality, clarity, and scientific rigor of their manuscripts, and ensuring adherence to the journal's submission guidelines.
  • Identifying Qualified Reviewers: Recommend qualified reviewers from relevant fields to evaluate submitted manuscripts, ensuring expertise and impartiality in the review process.
  • Ensuring Journal Scope Alignment: Evaluate whether submitted manuscripts fall within the journal's scope and align with its mission to advance biological sciences research.

Peer Review Functions

  • Conducting thorough reviews: Evaluating assigned manuscripts for quality, originality, significance, adherence to journal guidelines, and provide constructive feedback to improve clarity, methodology, and overall quality.
  • Assessing Scientific Merit: Evaluate the relevance and significance of research findings within the broader context of biological sciences.
  • Methodology Evaluation: Critically evaluate research methodologies, experimental design, data analysis, and statistical approaches used in submitted manuscripts.
  • Meeting Review Deadlines: Completing manuscript reviews and submit feedback to the editorial office within assigned timeframes.
  • Collaborating with Editors: Collaborating with the journal's editors and other board members to resolve any discrepancies, disputes, or questions arising during the review process.

Shared Responsibilities

  • Upholding Ethical Standards: Adhering to high ethical standards in scholarly publishing, including avoiding conflicts of interest, preventing plagiarism, addressing allegations of research misconduct or publication malpractice, and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Declaring Conflicts of Interest: Disclosure of potential conflicts of interest arising from personal or professional relationships with authors or institutions associated with submitted manuscripts.
  • Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development activities, such as attending editorial workshops or conferences, to stay informed about field advances, best practices in scholarly publishing, and ethical considerations.
  • Promoting the Journal: Actively promote the journal within academic communities and professional networks, encouraging researchers to submit high-quality manuscripts and contributing to the journal's visibility and reputation.
  • Maintaining Confidentiality: Ensure strict confidentiality of all manuscripts under review and editorial discussions until publication decisions are finalized.
  • Staying Current: Maintaining awareness of emerging trends, methodologies, and developments in biological sciences to offer informed and up-to-date editorial and review insights.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant field of biological sciences.
  • Minimum 5 years of postdoctoral research experience.
  • Strong publication record in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
  • Expertise in a specific area of biological science relevant to the scope of the journal.
  • Excellent editorial judgment and ability to identify high quality research.
  • Commitment to scientific excellence and ethical research practices.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and provide timely, fair, and constructive reviews.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Brief statement outlining your research interests and experience relevant to the journal's scope
  • Links to 2-3 of your most recent publications

Please submit your application materials to editor[at]sospublication[dot]co[dot]in.

Additional Considerations

  • The term of service is three years, renewable by mutual agreement.
  • Editorial/Reviewer Board positions are voluntary and uncompensated.
  • In our commitment to building a diverse and inclusive editorial/reviewer team, we strongly encourage applications from researchers of all backgrounds within the biological sciences.

We look forward to welcoming you to our editorial community and working together to advance excellence in biological research.