Bentham Science
Postdoctoral Researcher
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Postdoctoral Researcher
Join Bentham Science Publishers as a Section Editor for the journal, "Current Topics in Chemistry"
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Position Overview:
We invite researchers and scientists to join us as Section Editor for the journal, "Current Topics in Chemistry", to contribute to a research area (section) most relevant to their field of expertise.
The candidates for the Section Editor position should have a proven track record of scholarly publishing and organizing a Topical Issue, and they should be able to assemble a collection of high-quality research/review articles related to their section.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing a comprehensive proposal for a special issue, highlighting its importance and detailing prospective contributors.
- Collaborating with possible co-editors to effectively organize the special issue and coordinate with authors, ensuring a smooth editorial process.
- Inviting contributors from diverse regions, focusing on those with a proven publication record.
- Promoting the special issue to enhance its visibility and impact.
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Qualifications and Experience:
- Ph.D. in related fields
- A valid Scopus ID.
- Prior experience in publishing guest-edited thematic issues in peer-reviewed journals.
- They must have a list of scholarly authors who can consent to contribute research / review articles in the thematic issue(s) proposed by the Topical Issue.
- Strong networks within the research community.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with scientific publication and peer review processes.
Benefits:
- An honorarium to support thematic issue promotion and academic & research endeavors.
- Rapid publication of the special issue, with articles going online within 30 days of acceptance.
- Full APC waiver for an article authored by the Topical Issue.
- A free online subscription to all articles published in the journal during the year.
Location:
This is a remote opportunity, offering flexibility and convenience.
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How To Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs; list of publications, and a Topical issue proposal by 25 July 2026. The proposal should include the title and scope of the Topical issue, relevant keywords, sub-topics, and preferably, the article titles, a list of potential contributors, and article submission deadlines.
Special Instructions:
- Each author/co-author is welcome to contribute one paper to the Topical Issue
- Contributions must adhere to topics approved by the Editor-in-Chief.
- Manuscript submission extensions will be limited to 60 days.
Additional Offer:
In our ongoing efforts to expand our Editorial team, we are pleased to offer the successful Section Editors a potential for advancement within the Editorial Board. Based on qualifications and contributions, outstanding editors may be considered for prestigious positions on our Editorial Board.
*The provision of Scopus ID is a MUST for the application to be shortlisted.
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