Editor Benefits
Recognition and rewards for JDRR editorial board members
Editor Privileges
Publication Discounts
50% reduction on article processing charges for personal submissions
Certificate of Service
Annual recognition certificate documenting editorial contributions
Profile Visibility
Featured biography on the JDRR editorial board page
Network Access
Connection with leading researchers in nucleic acid science
Priority Review
Expedited handling for your own manuscript submissions
Annual Meeting
Invitation to annual virtual editorial board meeting and planning sessions
Professional Development
Editorial board membership provides valuable experience in scholarly publishing that enhances your academic profile. Editors gain insights into cutting-edge research across the field, develop expertise in evaluating scientific quality, and contribute to shaping publication standards in nucleic acid science. This experience is recognized by academic institutions and demonstrates leadership in your discipline.
Active editors may be invited to participate in special initiatives including guest editing opportunities, contribution to editorial policies, and representation at scientific conferences. Outstanding editors may be nominated for senior editorial positions as opportunities arise.
Recognition Programs
JDRR maintains programs recognizing exceptional editorial contributions. Annual Editor Excellence Awards acknowledge editors demonstrating outstanding commitment through high-quality decision-making, timely manuscript handling, and constructive author communication. Award recipients receive certificates suitable for tenure documentation, featured acknowledgment in journal publications, and invitations to participate in editorial policy development discussions. Long-serving editors who consistently maintain high standards may be nominated for senior positions including Section Editor and Associate Editor-in-Chief roles as opportunities arise within the editorial structure.
Editorial service with JDRR demonstrates scholarly leadership valued by academic institutions worldwide. The experience contributes to understanding publication processes, develops professional networks across the nucleic acid research community, and positions editors as authorities in their specialized areas.
Letter of Recommendation: Upon request, the editor-in-chief provides letters documenting editorial service for use in tenure, promotion, and grant applications. These letters detail your contributions to maintaining publication quality and advancing the journal's mission.
