Editor Registration
Join the ZR editorial board and shape zoological research publishing
Eligibility
Prospective editors should hold a PhD or equivalent and have an established publication record in zoological science. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in areas within ZR scope including specific taxonomic groups, ecological systems, or research methodologies relevant to animal science.
- Doctoral degree in zoology, ecology, biology, or related field
- Active research program with recent publications in animal science
- Prior peer review experience as reviewer or author
- Commitment to timely, constructive manuscript evaluation
- No outstanding ethical concerns or conflicts of interest
Selection Criteria
Applications are evaluated based on research expertise alignment with ZR scope, publication quality and recency, taxonomic breadth or depth, prior editorial or review experience, institutional standing, and geographic and taxonomic balance within current board composition. We particularly welcome applications from researchers working on underrepresented taxa or regions.
Time Commitment: Associate editors typically handle 8-12 manuscripts annually, each requiring approximately 2-4 hours for evaluation, reviewer coordination, and decision preparation for zoological submissions.
Application Process
Submit a current CV with complete publication list, brief statement of taxonomic expertise and research interests, and contact information for two references. Applications are reviewed by the editor-in-chief and senior editorial team. Initial appointments are for two years with renewal opportunity based on performance.
Specify your taxonomic expertise including animal groups, geographic regions, and methodological approaches to help match manuscripts appropriately.
Term and Renewal
Initial appointments are two years with opportunity for renewal. Board composition is reviewed periodically ensuring balanced representation across taxonomic groups, career stages, and geographic regions advancing zoological research globally.
Apply now to join our editorial team contributing to publication excellence in zoological research. We seek diverse expertise across taxonomic groups, geographic regions, and methodological approaches. Your participation strengthens our ability to evaluate manuscripts advancing understanding of animal diversity worldwide.
We welcome applications from researchers with expertise across animal groups, ecosystems, and methodological approaches. Your participation strengthens editorial capacity for rigorous evaluation of zoological manuscripts worldwide.
Expedited Review Options
Authors requiring urgent publication for time-sensitive discoveries may request expedited review during submission. Our editorial team evaluates expedition requests based on scientific urgency, manuscript quality, and reviewer availability while maintaining rigorous evaluation standards.
