The Journal of Building Design and Environment (JBDE) is currently seeking qualified and dedicated professionals to join our Reviewer Board. As a reviewer, you will be instrumental in upholding the quality and rigor of our journal by providing expert evaluations of submitted manuscripts.

1. Benefits include:

● Stay Informed: Keep up-to-date with the latest research developments in your field.
● Professional Networking: Expand your network by connecting with other researchers and scholars within your discipline.
● Recognition: Receive a certificate of appointment issued by the JBDE Editorial Office.
● Career Advancement: Outstanding reviewers may be invited to join the journal's Editorial Board.
● Publication Benefits: Enjoy a reduction in article processing charges (APCs) for any manuscripts you submit while serving as a reviewer.
● Reviewers can add their reviews to Publons, gaining recognition for their peer review contributions.

2. Responsibilities of a Reviewer:

● Timely Reviews: Review manuscripts promptly and thoroughly, providing constructive feedback to authors.
● Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality, ensuring that manuscripts are not disclosed to others or used for personal gain.
● Ethical Standards: Adhere to ethical guidelines and report any conflicts of interest to the editorial team.
● Communication: Keep the editorial team informed about any delays or issues that arise during the review process.

3. Eligibility:

● Relevant Field: Possess an academic background related to building design or environmental studies.
● Academic Qualifications: Hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field or have significant academic research experience.
● Publication Record: Have a strong record of publishing high-quality research papers in internationally recognized journals.
● Review Experience: Previous experience in reviewing manuscripts for other academic journals is preferred.

4. Term and Evaluation of Reviewer Board

● Term: The initial term of service as a JBDE reviewer is one year.
● Evaluation: Reviewers are expected to review at least five manuscripts during their term. The editorial board will assess performance based on review quality and timeliness. Those who demonstrate exceptional performance may be invited to continue serving for an additional term.

5. Application

If you are interested in contributing to the JBDE as a reviewer, please send your academic resume to jbdejournal@sciexplor.com with the subject line: "JBDE Reviewer Board Application + Your Name".

Join us in advancing the field of building design and environment by ensuring the publication of high-quality research. We look forward to your application!