Expertise in Subject Matter:
Demonstrate expertise in the relevant subject area to contribute
valuable insights to the journal.
Reviewing Submitted Manuscripts:
Conduct thorough reviews of submitted manuscripts, providing
constructive feedback and recommendations.
Advising on Journal Policy and Scope:
Offer guidance on the journal's policies and scope to ensure alignment
with industry standards and scholarly objectives.
Identifying Subjects and Conferences for Special Issues:
Propose subjects and conferences for special issues, potentially
assisting in their organization and guest editing.
Attracting New Authors and Submissions:
Actively engage in efforts to attract new authors and submissions to
enhance the journal's content diversity.
Submitting Own Work for Consideration:
Ideally, submit personal work for consideration, contributing to the
journal's content.
Ensuring Manuscript Quality and Publishing Schedule:
Maintain a supply of high-quality manuscripts to meet the journal's
publishing schedule; address issues related to insufficient submissions.
Keeping Abreast of Field Developments:
Stay informed about emerging work in the field and ensure that the
journal reflects any changes in the subject matter.
Selection of Editorial Board:
Provide suggestions for the selection of the editorial board in
collaboration with the publishing contact.
Engaging Editorial Board:
Engage the editorial board regularly through formal meetings or informal
discussions to update them on journal progress and seek input.
Strategic Input for Journal Development:
Provide strategic input for the journal's development, collaborating
with the publishing contact on performance reports and development
strategies.
Commercial Opportunities and Revenue Generation:
Encourage the exploration of commercial advertising, supplement, and
reprint opportunities to support revenue generation for the journal.
Promotion of the Journal:
Actively promote the journal among peers and colleagues to increase
visibility and attract potential contributors.
Differentiated Editorial Roles:
Acknowledge that due to the vast number of submissions and broad journal
scope, different editorial roles (Editor-in-chief, Co-Editors, Associate
Editors, Section Editors, Editorial Advisor, External Editors, Guest
Editors) may be needed for informed decision-making across various
subject areas.