Recruiting Early Career Editorial Board Members for Thermo

In order to further enhance the international influence of Thermo (ISSN: 2673-7264), promote the academic exchange of young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, Thermo is inviting interested and eligible researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

Recruitment:
A total of 20 Early Career Editorial Board Members are planned to be recruited. Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) members will hold the position for two years with the possibility of renewal for a second term. 

Application Eligibility:

• Candidates must have completed their doctorate/Ph.D. within the past 10 years (with consideration for exceptions due to career interruptions, such as medical or family leave);
• Candidates must show evidence of significant research achievements in the field of thermal sciences;
• Candidates should be researchers that are active and engaged in their community (e.g., experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations);
• Candidates should be willing to contribute to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm.

Benefits of Being an Early Career Editorial Board Member:

• A certificate of appointment as an Early Career Editorial Board Member will be provided;
• The achievements of Early Career Editorial Board Members are publicized on the journal’s social media platforms to improve academic visibility;
• There will be an opportunity to be promoted to Editorial Board Member based on the candidate’s contributions;
• The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participate in the peer-review process on the journal website;
• There will be opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members.

Responsibilities of Early Career Editorial Board Members:

• Publicizing and promoting the journal at academic conferences and among peers;
• Selecting high-quality articles and preparing bilingual media content for promotion;
• Reviewing at least two manuscripts per year;
• Providing input on any new initiatives for journal development;
• Inviting submissions from local and international scientists in members’ respective research fields.

Applications:
Please fill in the application form here.

Please send the application form and your academic resume to thermo@mdpi.com with the subject of “Thermo Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”.

Application deadline: 31 December 2025.

Selection Process and Announcement:
The selection process is as follows: initial screening of application materials → selection by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members → email notification → issuing a certificate of appointment.