Criteria
Criteria for Joining the Editorial Team
Bulletin of Infrastructural and Architectural Engineering (BIAE)
The Bulletin of Infrastructural and Architectural Engineering (BIAE) is seeking enthusiastic and qualified individuals to join its editorial team. As a member of the editorial team, you will play a pivotal role in upholding the academic integrity and quality of the journal while fostering innovation and scholarly collaboration in the fields of infrastructure and architectural engineering. Below are the detailed criteria for potential candidates who wish to join our esteemed editorial team.
General Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following general criteria:
Expertise in Relevant Fields:
Candidates should possess deep knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
- Sustainable and resilient infrastructure systems
- Smart city development and intelligent systems
- Advanced materials and construction technologies
- Architectural design, aesthetics, and functionality
- Urban planning and digital innovation (e.g., BIM, AI)
- Structural engineering and optimization
- Energy-efficient and green building technologies
- Policy and regulatory frameworks in architecture and engineering
Academic and Professional Experience:
- A Ph.D. or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline is strongly preferred.
- Applicants with significant professional or industry experience in infrastructure or architectural engineering are also encouraged to apply.
- A strong publication record in reputable journals or conferences is desirable.
Commitment to Excellence:
Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards of scholarly publishing, including rigorous peer review and adherence to ethical practices.
Specific Roles and Requirements
Editorial Board Members (Editors)
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the peer review process for submitted manuscripts.
- Evaluate submissions for originality, relevance, and methodological rigor.
- Guide authors in refining their work to meet the journal's standards.
- Contribute to strategic decisions regarding the journal's scope, policies, and direction.
- Promote the journal to attract high-quality submissions and increase its visibility.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in manuscript editing or peer review for academic journals.
- Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback to authors.
- A global perspective and openness to interdisciplinary approaches.
Reviewers
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough evaluations of submitted manuscripts, focusing on originality, technical quality, and clarity.
- Provide detailed and constructive feedback to authors within agreed timelines.
- Recommend decisions (accept, revise, or reject) to the assigned editor based on a balanced assessment.
Qualifications:
- In-depth knowledge of one or more topics within the journal’s scope.
- Prior experience as a reviewer for scholarly publications is preferred but not mandatory.
- Excellent analytical and writing skills.
Additional Criteria for All Applicants
Collaborative Spirit:
Editorial team members must be able to work collaboratively with authors, reviewers, and other editors to ensure a seamless publication process.
Ethical Standards:
All members must uphold the highest ethical standards, including maintaining confidentiality and avoiding conflicts of interest.
Time Commitment:
- Editors: Expected to manage multiple manuscripts per year and participate in occasional editorial meetings.
- Reviewers: Expected to review up to 3-5 manuscripts annually, depending on their availability.
Diversity and Inclusion:
BIAE values diverse perspectives and actively seeks candidates from various geographic regions, disciplines, and backgrounds to create an inclusive editorial team.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to [insert email address]:
- A cover letter outlining their qualifications, relevant experience, and motivation for joining the editorial team.
- An updated CV, including details of academic and professional achievements, editorial experience, and areas of expertise.
- Optional: Links to key publications or professional profiles.
Review Process
Applications will be reviewed by the journal’s Editor-in-Chief and the publishing committee. Successful candidates will be notified and provided with onboarding materials and training (if required).
We look forward to welcoming passionate and talented individuals to the Bulletin of Infrastructural and Architectural Engineering editorial team. Together, let us contribute to advancing knowledge and innovation in this critical domain.
For any inquiries, please contact: biae@mri-pub.com.