Reviewers Guidelines

Invitation for Editorial Board & Reviewer Board Membership

The International Journal of Emerging Research in Physical Sciences invites applications for Editorial Board and Reviewer Board Membership.

As a platform for global academic communication, the quality, credibility, and integrity of the journal are of paramount importance. To maintain high publication standards and to serve the international academic community effectively, International Journal of Emerging Research in Physical Sciences welcomes academicians, scientists, researchers, and professionals from Physical Sciences and allied disciplines across the world to join its Editorial and Reviewer Boards.

We highly value the intellectual contributions, constructive suggestions, and active participation of our editorial and reviewer members in building a reputed international scholarly journal.

Editorial / Reviewer Board Requirements

Educational Qualifications

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

Hold a Ph.D. (Doctorate) and currently be working as an Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in a recognized university or institution

Hold a Master’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of teaching and/or research experience as an Assistant Professor (as per UGC or equivalent norms) in a recognized university or institution.

Research Experience

Demonstrated expertise in Physical Sciences or related interdisciplinary areas
A minimum of 5 research publications in peer-reviewed international journals and/or reputed conference proceedings

Commitment to Academic Quality

Strong commitment to research integrity, peer-review ethics, and confidentiality throughout the editorial and review process

Application Process

Eligible candidates who wish to join the Editorial Board or Reviewer Board are requested to send their updated CV to:

Email: editor@ijerps.com

Applications will be reviewed by the Editorial Committee. Upon approval, applicants will receive an official confirmation, and their profile will be published on the Editorial/Reviewer Board page of the journal website.

Responsibilities of a Peer Reviewer

Peer reviewers play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and credibility of published research. Responsibilities include:

Critically reading and evaluating manuscripts within your area of expertise
Providing constructive, respectful, and objective feedback to authors
Identifying strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript
Suggesting improvements to enhance the quality, clarity, and impact of the research
Assessing the originality, relevance, and contribution of the manuscript to the field of Physical Sciences

Guidelines Before Reviewing a Manuscript

Field of Expertise

If a manuscript does not fall within your area of expertise, inform the editor promptly and, if possible, recommend an alternative reviewer.

Review Timeline

Reviews should be completed within two weeks of receiving the manuscript.
If unable to meet the deadline, reviewers must inform the editor immediately and may suggest an alternative reviewer.

Confidentiality

Treat all manuscripts and correspondence as strictly confidential.
Do not share, distribute, or use any part of the manuscript for personal or professional benefit.

Conflict of Interest

Reviewers must not review manuscripts where conflicts arise due to:

Competitive or collaborative relationships with the authors
Institutional or organizational affiliations related to the manuscript
Any personal, financial, or professional conflicts

All conflicts of interest must be disclosed to the editor immediately.

Summary of Reviewer Ethics

Reviewers are expected to:

Maintain strict confidentiality
Provide unbiased, objective, and respectful evaluations
Complete reviews within the agreed timeline
Disclose conflicts of interest before accepting review assignments
Uphold the integrity, quality, and reputation of the journal

Contact for Editorial / Reviewer Applications

For applications or queries related to Editorial Board or Reviewer Board membership, please contact: