Universe (ISSN 2218-1997, IF: 1.752) is fully open access with a distinguished Editorial Board with extensive academic qualifications (https://www.mdpi.com/journal/universe/editors). Universe has an Impact Factor of 1.752 (JCR 2019) and is covered by the following indexing and abstracting databases: Astrophysics Data System (ADS), Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), INSPEC, INSPIRE-HEP Search, Journal Citation Report, Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE), Scopus and Web of Science (Clarivate Analytics).
To ensure the efficient and high-quality production of our journal, this year we have added new sections and we are currently seeking nominations and applications for the position of Section Editor-in-Chief (SEiC) for the following Sections:
The main responsibilities of the Editor-in-Chief are as follows:
(1) Decision-making (with the Editor-in-Chief) concerning the Section's aims and scopes;
(2) Recommending hot topics and suggesting potential guest editors;
(3) Inviting distinguished scientists to join the Section Editorial Board;
(4) Overview of the editorial process (mainly making the final decision as to whether a paper can be published after peer‐review and revisions);
(5) Promoting Universe and increasing its visibility at related academic conferences.
Applicants must have strong, relevant experience in their capacities as an author, reviewer, and/or associate editor of related journals. The SEiC must also be well recognized in related areas of expertise. The chosen SEiC will be responsible for defining the scope and orientation of the Section, working with the editorial board, and overseeing the editorial process.
Applications or nominations must include:
- A complete curriculum vitae (CV);
- A personal statement summarizing a proposed vision and plans for this Section.
The deadline for submissions is 15 December 2020. Please contact us ([email protected]) before the deadline.
Kind regards,
Universe Editorial Office
[email protected]
