To further enhance the international influence of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (JMSE, ISSN 2077-1312), promote academic exchange among young scientists, and provide the Editorial Board with additional expertise, JMSE invites interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

A total of 30–60 Early Career Editorial Board Members will be recruited. Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) members will hold the position for two years. If serving on the Board, you will have the possibility of renewal or promotion to the Editorial Board Member for a second term, and if not serving you will be removed from the list.

Application Eligibility:

• Completed their doctorate/Ph.D. degree in the past 10 years;
• Served as the first author on at least two peer-reviewed and published manuscripts in journals with high reputation and influence in their respective fields;
• Researchers that are well published and impactful in their field of marine science and engineering;
• Researchers that are currently (at the time of application) an assistant professor, research assistant professor, associate research scientist, post-doctoral fellow, or equivalent early career position;
• Willingness to dedicate their time to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm;
• Being active and engaged in their community (e.g., experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations).

Benefits of Becoming 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;
• An opportunity will be provided to be promoted to Editorial Board Member based on contributions;
• The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participate in the peer-review process on its website;
• Opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and the Editorial Board Members are available;
• Opportunities to renew or promotion to Editorial Board Member for a second term.

Responsibilities of Early Career Editorial Board Member:

• 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 four manuscripts per year;
• Providing input on any new journal development initiatives;
• Inviting submissions from leading scientists (local and overseas) in their respective research fields.

Applications:
Please fill in the application form here.

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

Application Deadline: 30 December 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.

The selection will be made within one month of the application deadline, and the results will be announced on the journal website.