Journal of Aquatic Research and Sustainability

Call for Editors: Journal of Aquatic Research and Sustainability (JARS)

March 23, 2024
Journal of Aquatic Research and Sustainability

Genesis Publishing Consortium Limited (GPCL) is actively seeking individuals of exceptional caliber to join our esteemed team as Editors for the Journal of Aquatic Research and Sustainability (JARS). This represents an extraordinary opportunity for dedicated professionals to make significant contributions to the scholarly community, ensuring the highest standards of quality, integrity, and ethical conduct in scholarly publications.

Call for Editors: Journal of Aquatic Research and Sustainability (JARS)

Introduction to the Journal

JARS is internationally recognized as a scholarly journal dedicated to publishing cutting-edge research in aquatic science and research. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, JARS is diligently working towards being indexed in reputable databases such as Chemical Abstracts Service, Crossref, and Google Scholar. Additionally, efforts are underway to secure inclusion in COPE, DOAJ, Scopus, and Web of Science, thereby amplifying the visibility and impact of published research.

Qualifications and requirements

We are seeking candidates who meet the following qualifications,

· Hold a Ph.D. in Aquatic Sciences, encompassing various disciplines such as aquatic biology, marine science, fisheries, biodiversity, aquaculture, fisheries genetics, fisheries management, or fisheries technology.

· Demonstrate prior experience in an international research journal, preferably in an editorial capacity such as Regional Editor, Guest Editor, reviewer, or similar roles.

· Attain the rank of Professor or Associate Professor at a reputable university.

· Exhibit a history of academic and scholarly achievements, including teaching, research, and scientific publications.

· Show proficiency in research design, methodologies, statistical analysis, and adherence to research reporting standards within the field of Aquatic Sciences or related fields.

· Possess excellent organizational and communication capabilities, including meeting deadlines, adept writing skills, proficient presentation, and public speaking abilities.

· Display robust interpersonal skills, engaging effectively with diverse stakeholder groups and individuals across different career stages.

· Be familiar with publishing content models and web-based manuscript processing systems.

· Capable of collaborative teamwork with minimal supervision while excelling as an independent contributor.

· Fluent in English with strong writing ability.

Roles and responsibilities

As an Editor for JARS, your responsibilities will encompass,

· Collaborating closely with the publisher and the broader editorial team to define the journal’s vision, participate in strategic discussions, and establish long-term objectives.

· Ensuring a thorough, impartial, and punctual peer review process for all submitted articles, maintaining the highest standards of quality and integrity in the publication process.

· Serving as a decision-maker, evaluating scientific merit, originality, and relevance to determine whether submitted materials should be accepted or rejected for potential publication.

· Upholding ethical standards to preserve the integrity of the journal, addressing publication ethics concerns promptly and confidentially.

· Recruiting and retaining capable reviewers with diverse expertise to contribute to the peer review process.

· Ensuring the journal’s content is valuable, fostering growth in terms of usage and submissions through strategic planning.

· Establishing clear, effective, and courteous communication channels with authors, reviewers, editors, and journal staff.

· Collaborating to guarantee the punctual release of journal issues, participating in expanding strategies, and streamlining workflows.

· Addressing publication ethics concerns and allegations of misconduct promptly, courteously, and confidentially.

Term of service

The selected candidate is expected to assume the position of Editor for an initial two-year term, commencing in March 2024.

Application process

Prospective candidates are invited to submit a detailed letter (up to 1,000 words) outlining how their qualifications align with the criteria, along with an updated CV. Please forward these documents to coo@genesispcl.com. Or submit your application in the form below, we will get back to you soon. The Editorial position for JARS will remain open until successfully filled by appropriate candidates.

Join Us

Join us in shaping the future of the Journal of Aquatic Research and Sustainability and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in these dynamic fields. We eagerly anticipate welcoming dedicated and talented individuals to our editorial team at GPCL.