In order to further enhance the international influence of the journal Membranes (ISSN: 2077-0375), promote academic exchange between young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, Membranes is inviting interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

We plan to recruit a total of 50 Early Career Editorial Board Members. Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) Members will hold the position for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a second term.

Application Eligibility:

• Applicants must have completed their doctorate/PhD degree in the past 10 years (with possible exceptions for career interruptions, including medical and family leave);
• Evidence of significant research achievements in the field of membranes science and technology;
• Willingness to dedicate their time to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm. If you have submitted any manuscripts or organized Special Issues for Membranes within the year prior to your application submission, your application will be given priority consideration;
• 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;
• Researchers that are active and engaged in their community (e.g., experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations).

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 journal media platforms to improve academic visibility;
• An opportunity to be promoted to Editorial Board Member based on contributions;
• The journal will regularly acknowledge those who have participated in the peer review process on the journal website;
• 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:

• 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 initiatives for journal development;
• Inviting submissions from local and overseas world-leading scientists in respective research fields.

Applications:
Please fill in the application form here.

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

Application deadline: 30 April 2026.

Selection Process and Announcement:

The selection process: initial screening of application materials → selection by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members → email notifications → issuing of 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.