In order to further enhance the international influence of the journal Toxics (ISSN: 2305-6304), promote the academic exchange of young scientists, and support the Editorial Board with additional talent, Toxics is inviting interested and eligible early career researchers to apply for Early Career Editorial Board (ECEB) membership.

Recruitment:
We plan to recruit a total of 50 Early Career Editorial Board Members.

Application eligibility:

• Completed their doctorate/Ph.D. degree in the past 10 years (considering exceptions for career interruptions, including medical and family leave);
• Evidence of significant research achievements in the fields of toxicology and environmental sciences;
• Willingness to spend enough time to contribute to the development of the journal with passion and enthusiasm;
• Active and engaged in their community (e.g., experienced at presenting at academic conferences or involved in professional organizations);
• Scholars who preside over national-level scientific research projects and have overseas experience will be preferred.

Benefits of Early Career Editorial Board Members include:

• A certificate for being an Early Career Editorial Board Member will be provided;
• The resumes of Early Career Editorial Board Members will be publicized on journal media platforms to improve their academic visibility;
• There will be an opportunity to be promoted to an Editorial Board Member based on contributions;
• The journal will regularly acknowledge those who participate in the peer review process on the journal’s website;
• There are opportunities to exchange ideas with internationally influential researchers in this field;
• There are also opportunities to participate in or host annual meetings and online seminars organized by the Editor-in-Chief and Editorial Board Members.

Responsibilities of Early Career Editorial Board Members include:

• 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 toxics@mdpi.com with the subject “Toxics Early Career Editorial Board Application + Name + Institute + Research Expertise”.

Application deadline: 31 December 2025.

Selection process:

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