Recruiting Editorial Board Members for Solids
11 February 2026
Solids (ISSN: 2673-6497) is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal on solid-state science studies published quarterly online by MDPI. In order to further enhance the international influence of Solids and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, the journal is inviting interested and eligible researchers from academia to apply for Editorial Board membership.
Term:
Editorial Board Members will serve for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a second term.
Application eligibility:
- Must hold a doctorate/PhD degree;
- Must have published impactful work in the field of solid-state science;
- Must currently hold a position as senior lecturer, associate professor, or professor in academia.
Benefits:
- A certificate of appointment as an Editorial Board Member;
- One free open access publication per year;
- Travel grants for Editorial Board Members who make significant contributions to the journal;
- Organizing or promoting your own conferences using our platform (https://sciforum.net/events?type=in-person_virtual&date=upcoming&subsection=events);
- Opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board members.
Responsibilities:
- Pre-screening and making decisions on new submissions related to their research interests;
- Writing papers for the journal or serving as Guest Editor of a Special Issue related to their research interests;
- Providing input or feedback on the journal’s policies;
- Promoting the journal among their peers or at conferences;
- Attending Board meetings to suggest strategies for the journal’s development.
To apply, recommend potential candidates, or request further information, please contact the Solids Editorial Office via solids@mdpi.com with the following two files attached:
- A full academic CV;
- A short cover letter that details your interest and enthusiasm for this position.
Solids Editorial Office