Toxin Reviews
Section Editor required
Deadline 21 July 2026
About the role
Toxin Reviews is currently recruiting for a Section Editor in the area of plant toxins.
We welcome applications from academics with a strong track record in Plant Toxin research who feel that they meet the criteria listed below.
This is an excellent opportunity for hands-on subject matter experts who want to shape the literature of their discipline. In this active, operational role, you will oversee the peer-review pipeline for your specialty, ensure high scholarly standards, and collaborate with the leadership team to drive the journal's growth.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the peer-review process for manuscripts within your field of expertise, utilizing the journal’s submission system.
- Identify, recruit, and secure qualified peer reviewers to ensure timely, robust, and constructive evaluations.
- Assess reviewer feedback and deliver clear editorial recommendations (Accept, Revise, Reject) to the Editor-in-Chief.
- Uphold research integrity and publishing ethics, ensuring all handled manuscripts adhere to COPE guidelines.
- Assist the Editor-in-Chief to invite relevant high-impact submissions and initiate Special Issues for the journal.
- Actively promote the journal within your professional networks and represent the title at key events and conferences.
- Participate in regular online Editorial Board meetings to discuss journal performance, pipeline metrics, and long-term strategy.
While Section Editor positions are voluntary (unpaid) for this journal, stepping into a supporting editor role is a rewarding journey that enables you to influence the future of your field. You will gain deep insights into the publishing process, expand your global professional network, and be recognized as a leading figure in the community.
The role offers:
- Free access to 100 articles on tandfonline.com
- 30% discount on books at routledge.com
- Access to Taylor & Francis editorial resources and training
- Formal recognition on the journal’s Editorial Board page
About the journal
Toxin Reviews provides an international forum for publishing multidisciplinary research in the area of toxins derived from animals, plants and microorganisms, as well as chemical entities. The journal publishes high-quality original research as well as reviews, systematic reviews and meta-analyses. The aim is to publish content that is of broad interest and importance to toxinology as well as to the medical, biomedical, health and environmental sciences.
Toxin Reviews welcomes original research that highlights the contribution of toxins as research tools in deciphering molecular and cellular mechanisms, and as prototypes of therapeutic agents. The impact of toxins on human health, fauna and flora, and the environment will only be considered if these studies also included mechanistic aspects. Typically, Toxin Reviews will consider work on the actions of biological extracts, but only if the extract is purified and has a known chemical composition and the concentrations studied are validated.
Key Skills and Attributes
Ready to apply? We’re seeking candidates who demonstrate:
Editorial Excellence & Leadership
- Proven experience in academic publishing across the full editorial lifecycle.
- Skill in reading, synthesising, and making sound editorial decisions based on reviewer reports.
- Recognised thought leadership and a strong professional reputation within your academic discipline.
- Expertise for attracting and commissioning high-impact submissions.
- Enthusiasm to contribute to the journal’s ongoing development.
Operational Proficiency
- Ability to commit time each week to the role and to participate in online Editorial Board meetings and training as needed.
- The ability to manage submitted manuscripts promptly, consistently, and professionally.
- Proficiency with online peer-review management systems (although training can be provided).
- Proactive engagement with Taylor & Francis staff and suppliers to implement processes and drive improvements.
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, the open access publishing environment.
Integrity & Excellence
- Consistently prompt, professional communication with authors throughout the peer-review process.
- Uncompromising ethical standards; knowledge of COPE guidelines and a commitment to always uphold them.
- Active growth of academic networks through conference participation and professional use of social media.
Application instructions
Applications should include your CV and a Cover Letter.
Your Cover Letter should be no longer than 500 words and explain why you believe you are a suitable candidate to become a Section Editor in the area of Plant Toxins for Toxin Reviews.
Early application is encouraged. For any questions, please contact [email protected]
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