EMI: Animal & Environment
Editorial Board Member required
Deadline 18 August 2026
About the role
EMI: Animal & Environment is currently recruiting for Editorial Board Members.
This is an excellent opportunity for academics with a strong track record in emerging zoonotic pathogenic organisms and diseases impacted by environmental changes.
We are seeking engaged subject matter experts who will contribute to the strategic growth of the journal by supporting our editorial leadership, acting as ambassadors within the research community, and helping shape the journal’s future direction.
In this role, you will:
- Support the Editors and Publisher with specialist expertise on an ad hoc basis to ensure the journal remains at the forefront of the discipline.
- Act as a reviewer for manuscripts within your field of expertise on occasion, ensuring high standards of scholarly rigour.
- Actively promote the journal within your professional networks and represent the title at key industry events and conferences.
- Proactively contribute your own research and collaborate on the development of high-impact Special Issues and article collections.
- Participate in annual Editorial Board meetings to discuss performance metrics and plans for the journal’s long-term development.
Joining an editorial board is a rewarding journey that enables you to influence the future of your field. You will advance the latest research in your field, expand your professional network, and be recognized as a leading figure in the community.
The role offers:
- Free access to journal content on tandfonline.com.
- 30% discount on books at routledge.com.
- Access to Taylor & Francis editorial resources and training.
- Formal recognition of your contribution on the journal’s Editorial Board page.
The appointment will start in July 2026.
About the journal
Emerging Microbes & Infections: Animal & Environment (EMI: Animal & Environment) is a peer-reviewed open access journal publishing groundbreaking scientific research on emerging pathogenic organisms from animals or environment which have inter- and intra-species transmission potential with a specific focus on those influenced by the change of environment.
Building on the legacy of its sister Journal Emerging Microbes & Infections (EMI), which has become a global leading scientific journal in the field of human emerging infectious diseases, EMI: Animal & Environment expands the horizons of emerging infectious disease research to report novel findings on the growing importance of animal-based infections and environmental impact on both human and animal pathogens.
EMI: Animal & Environment encourages an interdiscplinary approach to investigating emerging organisms and infections in animals as well as any environmental factors associated with such infections.
Subtopics of the Journal's focus include but are not limited to:
- Rapid communication of outbreaks and new diseases in animals
- Clinical manifestation
- Vectors and intermediate factors
- Environmental source and relationship to climatic changes or human activity
- Diagnosis using molecular biology and pathology tools
- Mechanisms of infection and host defence
- Vaccine and drug development
- Epidemic surveillance
- Antimicrobial resistance
- Environmental control
- Pandemic preparedness, control and prevention
The Journal accepts original research articles, review articles, letters, and commentaries. The journal operates a single-anonymized peer review policy.
Key Skills and Attributes
Strategic Vision & Advocacy
- A proven track record as an established or emerging leader within your academic discipline.
- A clear vision and enthusiasm for the journal’s growth and long-term evolution.
- Active engagement in expanding academic networks through conferences and professional social media presence.
Operational Commitment
- The capacity to devote time throughout the year to the role and participate in Editorial Board meetings and training as required.
- Proactive engagement with Taylor & Francis staff to help implement processes and drive journal improvements.
Integrity & Excellence
- Uncompromising ethical standards, including knowledge of COPE guidelines and a commitment to always upholding them.
- A commitment to acting as a high-level ambassador for the journal within the wider research community.
Application instructions
Applications should include your CV and a Cover Letter. Your Cover Letter should include:
- How you will contribute to the Journal
- Your top 10 publications
- Your research interests and expertise
- Your current role and affiliation
- Any key memberships
Early application is encouraged. For any questions, please contact [email protected].
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The journal is committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion within its editorial team and decision making processes. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential, and each will be judged on its merits without bias for seniority of institutional affiliation. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
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