Recruiting Early Career Editorial Board Members for Marine Drugs

In order to better serve marine drug community, give young scientists more opportunities, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, Marine Drugs (ISSN: 1660-3397) is inviting interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

Recruitment:
A total of 30 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:

Completed their doctorate/Ph.D. degree in the past 10 years (considering exceptions for career interruptions, including medical and family leave);
Evidence of significant research achievements in the field of marine drug research;
Willingness to dedicate their time to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm;
Researchers that are active and engaged in their community (e.g., experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations).

Benefits of 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 journal media platforms to improve academic visibility;
There will be an opportunity to be promoted to Editorial Board Member based on contributions;
The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participated 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 the Editorial Board Members.

Responsibilities of an Early Career Editorial Board Member:

Reviewing at least four manuscripts per year;
Publicizing and promoting the journal at academic conferences and among peers;
Providing input on any new initiatives of journal development.

Applications:
Please send your academic resume to marinedrugs@mdpi.com with the subject of “Marine Drugs–Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name”.

Application deadline: 31 August 2025.

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