Editor Benefits
Editors play a vital role in maintaining scientific quality and advancing arthritis research. In recognition of this contribution, the journal provides professional and academic benefits that support visibility, networking, and leadership in the field.
Professional Recognition
Editors are listed on the journal website and recognized for their contributions to peer review and editorial decision making. This visibility strengthens professional profiles and demonstrates leadership in arthritis research. Recognition supports promotion and grant leadership roles. It also signals editorial experience to peers.
Certificates and Service Acknowledgment
Editors receive formal acknowledgment of service that can be used for institutional reporting, academic promotion, or professional credentialing. Certificates are issued upon request and reflect editorial contributions during the service term.
Academic Networking
Editors collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and methodologists worldwide. Serving on the board expands your academic network and supports collaborations across rheumatology, orthopedics, immunology, and rehabilitation sciences. This fosters multi center collaborations.
Editorial Development
Serving as an editor builds experience in peer review management, decision writing, and ethical oversight. This training is valuable for leadership roles in academic publishing and research governance.
Publishing Support
Editors and reviewers may be eligible for APC waivers or discounts as recognition for their service, subject to journal policy. Eligibility is confirmed by the editorial office after acceptance. Waivers are applied on accepted manuscripts and are not combined with other offers. Discounts reward sustained editorial participation.
Special Issue Leadership
Editors may propose and lead special issues in their areas of expertise, helping spotlight emerging topics in arthritis care. This provides opportunities to curate impactful collections and attract leading authors.
Influence on Research Direction
Editors help shape the journal scope by identifying emerging themes, recommending special issues, and guiding high impact submissions toward publication. This role allows you to support research priorities that matter to clinical practice.
Access to Editorial Resources
Editors receive access to reviewer guidance, decision templates, and editorial support to streamline handling. These resources reduce administrative burden and improve consistency across decisions.
Global Impact
Open access publishing ensures that editorial work reaches clinicians and researchers worldwide. Editors contribute directly to the dissemination of evidence that can improve patient outcomes across diverse healthcare settings.
Join the Editorial Team
Contribute your expertise, strengthen the arthritis research community, and build your academic profile.
