The ECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology (JSS) welcomes nominations for the role of Technical Editor in the Electronic and Photonic Devices and Systems topical interest area. This critical editorial role is integral to maintaining the journal’s high standards of scientific excellence and ensuring the success of its publication efforts.
Scope of the topic
The scope of the topic is fundamental properties and measurements of device fabrication and characteristics for electronic and photonic applications. Specific topics include thin film transistors, MOSFETs, bipolar devices, quantum devices, silicon, germanium, and related microelectronic and photonic devices, micro- and nano-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS and NEMS), solid state sensors, wide bandgap semiconductor materials and devices, photovoltaic energy conversion devices, memories, graphene-based devices, plasmonics, power devices, silicon-on-insulator devices, and bioelectronics.
Responsibilities
Technical Editors are responsible for overseeing the success of their respective topical interest areas within JSS, ensuring the highest quality of published content and efficient peer-review processes. Responsibilities include maintaining the quality and relevance of the content published in the journal, ensuring timely and effective peer-review processing, contributing to the achievement of key journal metrics such as impact factor and submission growth, and collaborating with the Editorial Board, relevant ECS divisions, and the ECS Publications Subcommittee to uphold the ethical standards of the journal and The Electrochemical Society (ECS).
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has a recognized international reputation within the field and demonstrates technical expertise and leadership in the topical interest area. They possess a strong track record of research and publication in relevant topics. The candidate is free of conflicts of interest, and exhibits creativity, capacity, motivation, and dedication to furthering the advancement of electrochemical science and the ECS mission. A thorough understanding of ECS’s ethical guidelines and the broader scholarly publication landscape is essential.
Nomination process
Self nominations are encouraged. Submit a CV, brief statement of the candidate’s qualifications and vision for the role, and high-resolution headshot image (minimum 300 dpi).
Submission instructions
Submit complete nomination packages electronically via the ECS Editorial Opportunities Form.