Reviewer RegisterInternational Journal of Cell
IJC welcomes reviewers with expertise in cellular research and methods. Register your interest to support high quality peer review.
Who Should Apply
Reviewers should have subject expertise, research experience, and familiarity with cellular methods. Prior reviewing experience is helpful but not required for early career researchers with strong methodological skills.
Reviewers must provide objective, timely, and confidential assessments of manuscripts.
Regional and interdisciplinary perspectives are encouraged. Early career reviewers are welcome too.
Eligibility Criteria
- Relevant academic or professional expertise
- Research or laboratory experience
- Understanding of study design
- Ability to meet review deadlines
- Commitment to ethical standards
- Willingness to provide constructive feedback
What to Submit
Professional Profile
Include your affiliation, role, and areas of specialization.
Expertise Areas
List topics you are prepared to review, such as cell signaling or cell metabolism.
Publication Highlights
Share recent publications or projects relevant to cell biology.
ORCID ID
Provide your ORCID identifier to improve attribution.
Availability
Estimate how many manuscripts you can review each year.
Conflict Disclosure
Note any ongoing collaborations that could create conflicts.
Selection Criteria
Reviewer applications are evaluated to ensure topic coverage and review quality.
Reviewers should align with journal subject areas.
Ability to evaluate study design and analysis is essential.
Reviewers must complete assignments within agreed deadlines.
Commitment to confidentiality and fair review is required.
Time Commitment
Most reviewers complete two to four reviews per year, depending on expertise and availability. Reviews are typically requested with a two to three week deadline.
Only accept assignments you can complete on time to maintain a positive author experience.
Expectations
- Timely acceptance or decline
- Constructive, evidence based feedback
- Confidential handling of manuscripts
- Clear recommendation and rationale
- Disclosure of conflicts
- Professional communication
Reviewer Support
New reviewers receive guidance on review structure, ethical expectations, and decision criteria. The editorial office is available to answer questions during the review process.
Templates and examples are provided to help reviewers structure feedback.
What Happens Next
The editorial office reviews applications and adds approved reviewers to the database. Reviewers may be invited based on topic fit and availability.
We provide guidance on review expectations and timelines to support consistent feedback. Applicants are notified by email.
Register as a Reviewer
Email your details and areas of expertise to the editorial office.
Email Your Application Reviewer GuidelinesEmail: [email protected] | Response within 24 business hours | Applications reviewed promptly
