Join the Editorial Board of BMC Public Health
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BMC Public Health is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that considers articles on the epidemiology of disease and the understanding of all aspects of public health. The journal has a special focus on the social determinants of health, the environmental, behavioral, and occupational correlates of health and disease, and the impact of health policies, practices and interventions on the community. The journal does not make editorial decisions on the basis of the anticipated interest in a study, but instead on whether studies are scientifically robust, regardless of their perceived impact.
The journal is one of the leading open-access publishers of public health research, publishing research across a wide range of subject and specialty areas, covering all aspects of public health science.
Why become an Editorial Board Member?
By serving on the Editorial Board, you can gain an insight into the other side of the science publishing process, participate in helping researchers to improve their manuscripts prior to publication, and stay abreast of the latest trends and areas of focus in international public health research. Editors will join a board of over 1,000 existing Board Members, and participate in a community of active and interested researchers from around the world.
Who can apply to join?
Requirements for applicants include:
- Holding a PhD in public health research or equivalent qualification or experience, such as being a specialist in public health medicine, or having an alternative public health qualification (such as a Masters in Public Health) with demonstrable professional experience in a public health role.
- Having at least 15 prior publications related to public health in English in reputable academic, peer-reviewed journals.
- Being frequently listed as the corresponding author in relevant publications over the last 5 years.
- Have expertise that fits within the need and scope of the journal.
What are the roles and responsibilities of Editorial Board Members?
The Editorial Board Member is primarily responsible for assessing manuscripts for their suitability for peer review, selecting suitable reviewers who meet the journal’s requirements and recommending decisions on the basis of the peer reviewers’ reports and their own assessment, while adhering to the journal’s editorial policies.
An Editorial Board Member for BMC Public Health should be engaged and willing to handle a minimum of twelve (12) manuscripts per year across a range of disciplines within their broader subject area.
Editorial Board Members must abide by our editorial code of conduct, and will receive training and support for fulfilling the role.
Any additional benefits?
Editorial Board Members are eligible for a 20% discount on Article Processing Charges (APC) for submissions to the BMC Series journals.
I still have further questions
Additional information on the roles and responsibilities of board members is available from the:
How do I apply?
Prospective editors can fill in their details in our recruitment form.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to BMC Public Health. We look forward to welcoming you to our Editorial Board.
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BMC Public Health
An open access, peer-reviewed journal that considers articles on the epidemiology of disease and the understanding of all aspects of public health.
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