In order to further enhance the international influence of the journal Informatics (ISSN: 2227-9709), promote the academic exchange of young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional expertise, we are inviting eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

We plan to recruit a total of 30 Early Career Editorial Board Members. Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) Members hold the position for two years, with the possibility of renewal for a second term.

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 informatics;
• 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 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 participate in the peer-review process on the journal’s website;
• Opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members.

Responsibilities of an Early Career Editorial Board Member:

• Pre-screening new submissions and checking potential reviewers suggested by the in-house Assistant Editors;
• 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 of 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 informatics@mdpi.com with the subject “Informatics Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”.

Application deadline: 31 May 2026.

Selection process and announcement:

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

The selection of our new Early Career Editorial Board Members will be made within one month of the application deadline, and the results will be announced on the journal’s website.