We seek enthusiastic, innovative early-career researchers from around the world who bring fresh perspectives and a collaborative spirit to the global research community. Ideal candidates should be eager to contribute new ideas and help elevate the impact and visibility of PIER.
About PIER & PIER Photonics
With a current Impact Factor of 9.3, Progress In Electromagnetics Research (PIER) is a leading multidisciplinary journal in photonics and electromagnetics, published by The Electromagnetic Academy (USA), which also organizes the Photonics and Electromagnetics Research Symposium (PIERS). PIER is dedicated to publishing groundbreaking, high-quality research and significant invited reviews that advance the field, open new research directions, or solve long-standing challenges.
We are now inviting applications for early-career associate editors for the PIER journal family, including the premium new journal PIER Photonics. This is an exciting opportunity for dynamic, forward-thinking young scholars to shape the future of publishing in photonics and electromagnetics.
Who We Are Looking For
We seek enthusiastic, innovative early-career researchers from around the world who bring fresh perspectives and a collaborative spirit to the global research community. Ideal candidates should be eager to contribute new ideas and help elevate the impact and visibility of PIER.
Qualifications
- A Ph.D. completed within the past 10 years.
- A strong research background in photonics and electromagnetics, with at least 10 peer-reviewed journal publications, including 2 or more as first/corresponding author in high-impact journals (IF > 10).
- Active involvement in current research within the field.
- A genuine interest in academic publishing and community building.
Responsibilities
- Invite top scientists to contribute high-quality invited papers (review or original).
- Contribute to and solicit high-impact papers, which are expected to gain strong recognition in the field.
- Assist in pre-screening and peer-review processes.
- Serve as ambassadors for PIER journals—promoting at conferences, through social media, and across professional networks.
- Propose new initiatives and contribute editorials or perspectives on topics relevant to early-career researchers.
Benefits
- One-year renewable term with a Certificate of Appointment.
- Recognition through a possible Award for excellent performance.
- Opportunity to network with leading scientists and influence journal direction.
- A platform to enhance your academic profile and leadership experience.
How to Apply
Please send your application form (including research interests and vision for the role) and CV （including the list of publications）to Professor Sailing HE (Email:eic@piers.org)
Application Form Download: ECAE-Application Form.docx
Deadline: Open until positions are filled.
Geographic and gender diversity will be positively considered during the selection.
Join us in shaping the future of photonics and electromagnetics research!
Sailing He
Editor-in-Chief (eic@piers.org)
PIER Editorial Board, PIER Journals
Progress in Electromagnetics Research, also known as PhotonIcs and Electromagnetics Research
PIER Photonics, PIER, PIER B, C, M, PIER Letters
www.jpier.org