We are Recruiting!

To enhance the engagement of the Editorial Board with the community at large, the Astronomical Techniques and Instruments (ATI) is recruiting Young Editorial Board Members (EBMs). This is a collaborative editorial model whereby Young EBMs assess manuscripts in their areas of expertise alongside the editorial team. The Young EBM will work closely with the other Editors to ensure that all manuscripts are subject to the same editorial standards and journal policies.

Whom are we looking for?

Experts with a passion for open access, data sharing, innovation in scientific publishing and the drive to be an advocate for their field. Individuals of significant expertise in the area of the ATI scope are welcome; individuals in their early career who have demonstrated significant contribution to their field, in an effort to be more inclusive in the community as a whole, are also qualified candidates.

Qualifications:

• Having worked at least 4-year in the related areas of the applied journal.
• Having at least 5 peer-reviewed papers published of the topic related to the applied journal.
• Possessing the rank of associate professor or higher, or has an equivalent position in their field.
• The applicant with experience editor or similar positions is preferred.

Benefits and responsibilities?

The young EBM will work closely with the other editors in soliciting and evaluating manuscripts, as well as managing the peer-review process. A Young EBM will be responsible for the scientific quality of the manuscripts received. He/she will adhere to the ethos, editorial standards, policies and scope of the journal, and ensure that manuscripts are handled professionally, efficiently and properly.?

The Young EMB will possess access to training modules to help develop your editorial skills, and our in-house editorial and administrative team will be on hand to provide additional support when required.

Main responsibilities of Editorial Board Members:

• Pre-screening and making decisions on new submissions related to your research interests,
• Setting up at least one Special Issue during your term on a topic related to your research interests (or supervising Special Issues related to your research field),
• Inviting senior professionals to write reviews for the Journal, and solicit articles of professionals, including young experts,
• Providing input or feedback regarding the Journal policies,
• Helping promote the Journal among your peers or at conferences,
• Attending Board meetings,
• Reviewing manuscripts.

As an Editorial Board Member, you will benefit in the following ways:

• Serve your community by providing efficient, robust and constructive handling of papers, and promoting progressive publishing ideas.
• Increase your knowledge of your field by exposure to new research, and the expertise of your peers.
• Rise your profile and advance your career by being an active participant in your field through your contribution to the Journal and communications with authors, reviewers and fellow editors.
• Behind-the-scenes view into how editorial decisions are made at ATI and the peer review process.
• Expanding your research network by collaborating with the other Editorial Board Members of the Journal.

How to apply?

Send your application form along with your most recent CV to ati@ynao.ac.cn, and note the subject line with “name + YEBM+ research area”.