Editor Benefits at JBBS
Lead global biotechnology scholarship with the Journal of Biotechnology and Biomedical Science—gain influence, visibility, and professional support while curating rigorous, high-impact research.
Why Join the JBBS Editorial Board?
Editors are the architects of JBBS quality. As an editorial leader, you influence the trajectory of translational biotechnology, accelerate ethical innovation, and elevate trustworthy science for the global community. In return, JBBS invests in your professional growth with tangible benefits, personalised support, and a publishing ecosystem that respects your time and expertise.
Whether you are an established professor, principal investigator, clinician scientist, or industry innovator, serving on the JBBS editorial board positions you at the centre of the international biotechnology conversation. You will collaborate with peers across five continents, mentor authors, steer special issues, and shape the standards that define research reproducibility and translational readiness.
Academics and clinicians join the JBBS board to drive thought leadership while enhancing their own professional trajectory. Our editorial model is built around three pillars:
Influence
Shape the direction of biotechnology and biomedical science by selecting, refining, and positioning research that will influence labs, clinics, and policy makers. Editors recommend strategic themes, identify emerging topics, and mentor authors through complex revisions.
Recognition
Receive formal acknowledgement through annual certificates, Publons/ORCID integration, conference spotlights, and eligibility for editorial awards. JBBS celebrates editors publicly, aligning your service with promotion and tenure dossier requirements.
Support
Enjoy concierge-level assistance from our editorial office, including decision templates, reviewer finder tools, analytics dashboards, and exclusive workshops. Our team helps you manage workload effectively.
Our editorial community receives unique advantages that blend professional prestige, tangible resources, and financial incentives.
Publishing & Membership Savings
- 50% APC waiver for manuscripts where you are a corresponding author (applicable to one article per calendar year).
- 50% discount on JBBS memberships for you or your institution, lowering costs for collaborative publishing pipelines.
- Access to special APC sponsorships for thematic collections led by your lab or consortium.
Professional Recognition
- Formal editorial certificate each year summarising handled manuscripts, decision timelines, and contributions.
- Highlight profiles on the JBBS Editorial Board page, promoting your research focus, lab, and key publications.
- Eligibility for “Editor of the Quarter” awards with coverage across Open Access Pub channels.
Leadership Pathways
- Opportunities to spearhead special issues aligned with your expertise, complete with marketing campaigns and guest editor support.
- Prospects to advance into Senior Editor, Managing Editor, or Editor-in-Chief positions as vacancies arise.
- Invitations to moderate webinars, podcasts, and conference sessions hosted by JBBS partners.
JBBS values editorial time. We streamline workflows to make decision-making efficient, Evidence-driven, and satisfying.
Editors receive an email summary outlining the manuscript scope, keywords, and recommended reviewer matches. Accept or decline assignments within ManuscriptZone, with the ability to transfer to the most appropriate section editor.
Access reviewer recommendation tools—including curated reviewer pools, conflict-of-interest filters, and keyword matching—to identify specialists quickly. The JBBS office can invite reviewers on your behalf.
Use structured decision templates (minor revision, major revision, reject) to communicate clearly with authors. Editors can annotate reviewer comments, request additional experiments, or suggest ethical clarifications.
When revisions arrive, editors receive side-by-side comparisons showing tracked changes, author rebuttals, and reviewer histories. Complex submissions can be escalated to senior editors for co-signature.
Post-decision, editors are informed when manuscripts they handled publish, enabling promotion across personal channels. Impact metrics (views, downloads, citations) are shared quarterly.
JBBS invests in editors through structured learning and community-building initiatives that keep you at the forefront of publishing innovation.
Editorial Masterclasses
Quarterly virtual masterclasses cover topics such as bias-aware decision-making, data integrity checks, AI-assisted peer review, and mentoring early-career reviewers.
Mentorship Network
Pair with senior editors to co-handle manuscripts, or mentor new board members. Earn recognition for mentorship hours, documented in your annual certificate.
Analytics Dashboard
Gain access to a personalised dashboard tracking manuscript flow, reviewer responsiveness, and decision timelines—helping you demonstrate editorial impact to institutions and funders.
Editorial service is often uncompensated in academia. JBBS offers practical support to reduce the burden:
- Complimentary access to the JBBS Language Editing Service for one manuscript (up to 8,000 words) per year when you are a co-author.
- Discounted rates for additional manuscripts requiring premium editing or formatting.
- Priority editorial assistance when negotiating institutional agreements or membership packages for your department.
- Access to proprietary white papers and industry reports curated by the JBBS analytics team.
JBBS seeks editors who embody excellence in research, mentorship, and ethical leadership.
Academic Credentials
- Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, PharmD, DVM) or equivalent professional qualification in biotechnology, biomedical science, or a closely allied field.
- Proven publication record (minimum five peer-reviewed articles in the past five years).
- Experience serving as a reviewer or associate editor for reputable journals.
Professional Attributes
- Commitment to COPE-aligned ethics, data transparency, and inclusive peer review.
- Ability to provide fair, constructive feedback and manage competing priorities.
- Openness to mentoring early-career reviewers and contributing to community-building initiatives.
Time Commitment
- Handle 1–2 manuscripts per month, with flexibility based on workload and expertise.
- Participate in quarterly editorial calls or strategy sessions (optional but encouraged).
- Lead or contribute to at least one thematic initiative (special issue, webinar, or editorial) annually.
JBBS tracks your contributions systematically so achievements translate into tangible career evidence.
| Milestone | Criteria | Recognition |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial Excellence Certificate | Handling at least 10 manuscripts per year with timely decisions | Annual certificate with metrics and testimonial from Editor-in-Chief |
| Leadership Promotion | Two years of active service, leading special issues, exceptional reviewer mentorship | Eligibility for Senior Editor or Managing Editor roles |
| Community Champion Badge | Hosting webinars, representing JBBS at conferences, or onboarding reviewers | Featured profile on JBBS social channels and newsletters |
| Innovation Grant | Proposing and executing new editorial initiatives (e.g., thematic collections, data challenges) | Small grant (USD $1,000) to support outreach or workshop activities |
Editors never work alone. JBBS surrounds you with tools and people to keep the experience efficient and rewarding.
Editorial Office Team
Dedicated coordinators manage reviewer invitations, monitor deadlines, and compile decision packets. You can delegate administrative tasks via ManuscriptZone or email [email protected].
Technology Stack
ManuscriptZone integrates reviewer recommendations, conflict checks, and analytics. Editors receive training and cheat sheets for advanced features like decision templates and automated reminders.
Resource Library
Gain access to decision letter examples, ethical checklists, reviewer evaluation templates, and author communication scripts—all stored within the Editor Resources hub.
- Curate your reviewer network by inviting trusted colleagues and rising scholars, reinforcing the journal’s diversity goals.
- Submit quarterly feedback on workflow improvements; JBBS iterates policies based on editor insights.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to promote editor-led publications through webinars, press releases, and social campaigns.
- Leverage editorial experience when applying for grants—cite decision metrics, thematic leadership, and mentorship contributions.
Apply today by sharing your expertise, vision, and areas of interest. The process is transparent, collaborative, and tailored to match you with roles where you will thrive.
Take the Next Step
Submit your CV, research summary, and editorial statement to start the conversation. The JBBS editorial team will review your profile, schedule an introduction call, and design a personalised onboarding plan.
Editors Guidelines
Comprehensive handbook covering duties, decision criteria, and best practices.
Review GuidelinesEditor Register
Submit credentials, expertise, and availability to join the JBBS editorial community.
Register NowEditorial Policies
Stay current with JBBS standards for ethics, peer review, and data stewardship.
Explore PoliciesReviewer Development
Invite colleagues to expand the reviewer pool and enhance decision quality.
Refer a ReviewerLast updated: September 2025. Benefits may evolve as JBBS expands partnerships and infrastructure. Editors are notified of policy updates via the quarterly editorial newsletter.
