Recruiting Early Career Editorial Board Members for Germs

To further enhance the international influence of the journal Germs (ISSN: 2248-2997), promote the exchange of academic ideas between young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, Germs is inviting interested and eligible early-career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

Recruitment:
A total of 10 Early Career Editorial Board Members are planned to be recruited.

Application eligibility:

Completed their 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 infectious diseases, microbiology, virology, public health, etc.;
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 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 publicised 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 organised by the Editor-in-Chief and the Editorial Board Members.

Responsibilities of Early Career Editorial Board Members:

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 in relation to journal development;
Inviting submissions from local and overseas world-leading scientists in their respective research fields.

Applications:
Please fill in the application form here.

Please send the application form and your academic resume to germs@mdpi.com with the subject “Germs 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 two months of the application deadline, and the results will be announced on the journal website.

Term of appointment: The initial term is 1 year, with a performance evaluation conducted upon expiration to determine whether to renew the appointment or promote the individual to the Editorial Board.