Editor Guidelines
Standards and responsibilities for JEN editorial board members.
Leading Enzyme Science Review
JEN editors play crucial roles in maintaining publication quality and advancing enzyme research. These guidelines outline expectations for editorial board members handling enzymology manuscripts.
Manuscript Handling
Evaluate submissions for scope fit and quality, select appropriate reviewers, and make fair editorial decisions based on scientific merit.
Review Coordination
Manage peer review timelines, provide guidance to reviewers, and synthesize feedback for authors effectively.
Quality Assurance
Ensure published content meets JEN standards for enzyme research rigor and scientific presentation.
- Maintain confidentiality of manuscripts and review process
- Disclose and recuse from conflicts of interest promptly
- Handle misconduct allegations following COPE guidelines
- Make decisions based solely on scientific merit and relevance
Independence: Editorial decisions are based on scientific quality and scope relevance. External pressures or commercial considerations do not influence manuscript handling.
Editors should assign reviewers within 7 days and render decisions within 14 days of receiving complete reviews. Prompt communication maintains efficient workflows.
Respond to editorial correspondence promptly. If unavailable, notify editorial office for reassignment. Professional communication ensures positive author experiences.
Senior editors may mentor early-career board members in manuscript evaluation and decision-making, strengthening the editorial community.
Evaluate enzyme submissions for methodological rigor, data quality, and significance to the field. Consider kinetic data presentation, structural characterization completeness, and interpretation accuracy when assessing manuscripts.
Select reviewers with appropriate enzyme expertise and minimal conflicts. Monitor review progress and send reminders as needed. Synthesize diverse reviewer perspectives into coherent guidance for authors.
