In order to further enhance the international influence of the journal Gels (ISSN: 2310-2861), promote the academic exchange of young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, Gels is inviting interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership

Recruitment:
A total of 50–60 Early Career Editorial Board Members are planned to be recruited this round. 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;
• Evidence of significant research achievements in the field of gel materials;
• Willingness to spend enough time to contribute to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm;
• Researchers that are active and engaged in their community (e.g., those who are experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations).

Benefits of Early Career Editorial Board Members include:

• A certificate indicating your Early Career Editorial Board Member status will be provided. The standard term of Early Career Editorial Board membership is two years and can then be renewed;
• The resumes of Early Career Editorial Board Members will be publicized on journal media platforms to improve academic visibility;
• An opportunity to be promoted to an Editorial Board Member based on contributions;
• The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participate in the peer review process on the journal’s website;
• Opportunities to exchange ideas with internationally influential researchers in this field; 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 include:

• 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 three manuscripts per year;
• Inviting submissions from local and overseas world-leading scientists in respective research fields;
• Serving as a consultant on new initiatives for journal development.

Applications:
Please fill in the application form here.

Send the application form and your academic resume to gels@mdpi.com with the subject “Gels Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”.

Application deadline: 30 June 2025.

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.