The Editorial Office of Nanomaterials (ISSN: 2079-4991) is pleased to announce an open call for applications for the position of Section Editor-in-Chief for the journal Section “Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing”.

We are seeking an outstanding researcher with a strong scientific background in nanoprocessing approaches, including various top-down, bottom-up, and hybrid nanofabrication approaches, covering patterning, etching, deposition, and nanoscale structural modulation. The ideal candidate should demonstrate enthusiasm for editorial leadership, support MDPI’s mission and values, and actively promote open access publishing.

Previous editorial experience—such as editing Special Issues or Topical Collections, or serving as a Reviewer or Editorial Board Member—will be considered an advantage.

Responsibilities of the Section Editor-in-Chief:

The selected candidate will play a key role in overseeing the growth and scientific development of the section and its Editorial Board. The initial appointment term will be two years and includes the following responsibilities:

• Acting as an ambassador for Nanomaterials, MDPI, and open access publishing;
• Making scientific decisions regarding the scope and direction of the Section;
• Inviting distinguished scientists to join the Editorial Board;
• Suggesting and supporting topics for Special Issues;
• Providing guidance and support to Editorial Board Members and editorial staff where required;
• Maintaining oversight of the editorial process for manuscripts submitted to the Section, including making final publication decisions following peer review and revisions;
• Upholding MDPI’s peer review standards and publication ethics guidelines.

Benefits of the position:

The Section Editor-in-Chief will be eligible for the following:

• An annual honorarium;
• Travel grants for international conferences;
• The opportunity to publish 1 paper per year free of charge in Nanomaterials;
• The ability to invite high-quality papers at a discount.

This position is open to experts in related aspects of nanofabrication and nanomanufacturing and will remain open until the journal formally announces the Section Editor-in-Chief online. To apply for this position, recommend potential candidates, or request further information, please contact the Nanomaterials Editorial Office.

Application process:

Researchers interested in applying are invited to submit the following materials to the Editorial Office at nanomaterials@mdpi.com:

• A current CV;
• A brief vision statement outlining their ideas and plans for the future development of the “Nanofabrication and Nanomanufacturing” Section and the journal.

For additional information regarding the position, please feel free to contact the Editorial Office.

The Editorial Office, in collaboration with the Editorial Board, will carefully review all applications and contact shortlisted candidates directly.