About the Editoral Team
- Advisory Editors
- Role: Provide strategic advice and general guidance on editorial policies and the direction of the publication.
- Focus: Usually less involved in day-to-day operations but offer valuable insights based on their expertise and experience.
- Who are they? Typically senior figures, experts, or highly respected academics in the field.
- Editor-in-Chief
- Role: Holds full responsibility for the content, quality, and overall direction of the publication.
- Duties:
- Oversees the editorial process.
- Makes the final decision on the acceptance or rejection of articles.
- Ensures the publication remains relevant and high-quality.
- Who are they? The highest-ranking leader in the editorial hierarchy.
- Co-Editors
- Role: Work alongside the Editor-in-Chief to assist in managing the publication.
- Duties: Help in decision-making, handling specific editorial tasks, or focusing on particular areas of the journal.
- Focus: Often specialized in specific topics or sections within the publication.
- Managing Editors
- Role: Manage the day-to-day operations of the editorial process.
- Duties:
- Coordinate the workflow of editorial tasks.
- Communicate with authors, editors, and reviewers.
- Ensure deadlines are met.
- Handle logistics and administrative duties.
- Focus: Efficiency and smooth functioning of the editorial process.
- Associate Editors
- Role: Lead the review process for articles in specific areas of expertise.
- Duties:
- Coordinate peer reviews.
- Recommend whether an article should be accepted or rejected.
- Focus: Specific topics or subjects that align with their expertise.
- Editorial Board Members
- Role: Act as part of the editorial team, providing periodic support and input.
- Duties:
- Review articles.
- Offer feedback on editorial policies.
- Enhance the journal’s reputation with their credibility.
- Who are they? Experts from various institutions and fields who help maintain the publication's quality.
Summary of the Hierarchy
- Strategic: Advisory Editors → Provide strategic advice.
- Leadership: Editor-in-Chief → Responsible for overall decisions.
- Collaborative: Co-Editors → Support the Editor-in-Chief.
- Operational: Managing Editors → Oversee workflow and logistics.
- Technical: Associate Editors → Focus on specific fields or topics.
Supportive: Editorial Board Members → Maintain and support quality