In order to further enhance the international influence of Digital (ISSN: 2673-6470), promote the academic exchange of young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, the journal would like to invite interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

We plan to recruit a total of 20 Early Career Editorial Board Members, this position can be held for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a second term.

Application eligibility:

• Completed a doctorate/PhD 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 digital technology and applications;
• Willingness to dedicate their time to the development of the journal with enthusiasm;
• Researchers who are currently (at the time of application) an assistant professor, research assistant professor, associate research scientist, post-doctoral fellow, or in an equivalent early career position;
• Researchers who 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 the journal’s media platforms to improve their academic visibility;
• There will be an opportunity to be promoted to an Editorial Board Member based on their contributions;
• The journal regularly acknowledges those who have participated in the peer review process on its 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:

• 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 the journal’s development;
• Garnering 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 digital@mdpi.com with the subject line “Digital Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”.

Application deadline: 30 June 2026.

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.