The Journal of Young Investigators: An Undergraduate, Peer-Reviewed Science Journal

The Research Department of JYI is responsible for reviewing and working with authors to edit submitted research manuscripts for publication. Each month, JYI receives several submissions from undergraduate researchers. Normally, scientific journals present an accepted author with options for revisions, but, if the revised manuscript is not up to par, the manuscript is rejected outright. At JYI, we believe that the fundamental purpose of our journal is to help undergraduates learn how to write a scientific manuscript. Thus, the Research Department works with an author through as many revisions as necessary to teach them how to construct a manuscript. This results in the monthly publication of several articles featuring original research by undergraduates. Research Editors run small portions of JYI’s Research Department under the direction of the Senior Research Editor. A Research Editor’s responsibilities include the reviewal, revision, and publication of original research manuscripts.

Research Editors are also responsible for managing and directing the work of JYI’s Associate Editors. A Research Editor must enforce high standards for reviews, deliver on deadline, and help Associate Editors who encounter problems. In this way, a Research Editor is much more than an editor – a Research Editor must be a leader who actively guides his/her team.

Research Editors are often assigned extra projects in addition to their usual work. For example, Research Editors are often asked to help develop AE training materials or to participate in submission drives.

Job Requirements: The Research Editor position requires an average commitment of 5-10 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Research Editors may live anywhere in the world. All JYI staff members are expected to check their email daily and respond promptly if necessary.

Preferred Skills or Experience: Research Editors are primarily leaders, and must have experience with leadership and evidence of being an effective leader. Exceptional organization and planning skills are also necessary. Since Research Editors handle very specific manuscripts, they must have previous research experience in the area they are applying to edit in; preferably, they will have written their own papers in that area. Finally, previous experience running a publication or directing a staff of writers is preferred, but not required.

Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org

The Copy Editor position, like most JYI staff positions, requires an average commitment of at least 5 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Copy Editors may live anywhere in the world. All JYI staff are expected to check their email daily and respond promptly if necessary.

Job Requirements: Writing experience inside or outside of the classroom is absolutely necessary; a Copy Editor must be comfortable evaluating the grammar, spelling, and clarity of a scientific manuscript. Previous experience working on a publication or in a deadline-driven environment is beneficial. Previous writing or editorial experience is also preferred, but not required.

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Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org

Editors perform the crucial function of evaluating research and review manuscripts submitted to JYI in the field of Biological Sciences. Editors are assigned a varying number of manuscripts to review based upon their own schedules and work pace. The Editors read through and analyze the manuscripts, filling in various review forms, and then are required to meet with his/her Faculty Advisor to discuss the paper. Based on their evaluations, Editors recommend whether or not the manuscript should be accepted for publication. Besides reviewing manuscripts, Editors may also participate in other functions, such as submissions and staff recruitment, and editorial writing among others.

Job Requirements: The Editor position requires an average commitment of at 5 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Editors may live anywhere in the world. However, all JYI staff are required to check their email daily and respond promptly. Also, Editors must attend mandatory staff meetings that provide insight into the administrative aspects of JYI. Finally, as the Faculty Advisor is in essence a mentor to the Editor, it is imperative that all Editors communicate with their Faculty Advisors often in order to ensure that the manuscripts reviewed are scientifically accurate and conform to all conventional science writing guidelines.

Preferred Skills or Experience: Research experience is recommended, but not necessary. Editors in the Biological Sciences must be comfortable evaluating the methods, results, and interpretations in a manuscript in the fields of biology, ecology, cellular biology, neurology, etc. Previous experience working on a publication or in a deadline-driven environment is beneficial. Previous writing or editorial experience is also preferred, but not required.

Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org

Editors perform the crucial function of evaluating research and review manuscripts submitted to JYI in the field of Chemistry. Editors are assigned a varying number of manuscripts to review based upon their own schedules and work pace. The Editors read through and analyze the manuscripts, filling in various review forms, and then are required to meet with his/her Faculty Advisor to discuss the paper. Based on their evaluations, Editors recommend whether or not the manuscript should be accepted for publication. Besides reviewing manuscripts, Editors may also participate in other functions, such as submissions and staff recruitment, and editorial writing among others.

Job Requirements: The Editor position requires an average commitment of at 5 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Editors may live anywhere in the world. However, all JYI staff are required to check their email daily and respond promptly. Also, Editors must attend mandatory staff meetings that provide insight into the administrative aspects of JYI. Finally, as the Faculty Advisor is in essence a mentor to the Editor, it is imperative that all Editors communicate with their Faculty Advisors often in order to ensure that the manuscripts reviewed are scientifically accurate and conform to all conventional science writing guidelines.

Preferred Skills or Experience: Research experience is recommended, but not necessary. Editors in Chemistry must be comfortable evaluating the methods, results, and interpretations in a manuscript in all fields of chemistry. Previous experience working on a publication or in a deadline-driven environment is beneficial. Previous writing or editorial experience is also preferred, but not required.

Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org

Editors perform the crucial function of evaluating research and review manuscripts submitted to JYI in the field of Engineering. Editors are assigned a varying number of manuscripts to review based upon their own schedules and work pace. The Editors read through and analyze the manuscripts, filling in various review forms, and then are required to meet with his/her Faculty Advisor to discuss the paper. Based on their evaluations, Editors recommend whether or not the manuscript should be accepted for publication. Besides reviewing manuscripts, Editors may also participate in other functions, such as submissions and staff recruitment, and editorial writing among others.

Job Requirements: The Editor position requires an average commitment of at 5 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Editors may live anywhere in the world. However, all JYI staff are required to check their email daily and respond promptly. Also, Editors must attend mandatory staff meetings that provide insight into the administrative aspects of JYI. Finally, as the Faculty Advisor is in essence a mentor to the Editor, it is imperative that all Editors communicate with their Faculty Advisors often in order to ensure that the manuscripts reviewed are scientifically accurate and conform to all conventional science writing guidelines.

Preferred Skills or Experience: Research experience is recommended, but not necessary. Editors in Engineering must be comfortable evaluating the methods, results, and interpretations in an engineering manuscript. Previous experience working on a publication or in a deadline-driven environment is beneficial. Previous writing or editorial experience is also preferred, but not required.

Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org

Editors perform the crucial function of evaluating research and review manuscripts submitted to JYI in PSM. Editors are assigned a varying number of manuscripts to review based upon their own schedules and work pace. The Editors read through and analyze the manuscripts, filling in various review forms, and then are required to meet with his/her Faculty Advisor to discuss the paper. Based on their evaluations, Editors recommend whether or not the manuscript should be accepted for publication. Besides reviewing manuscripts, Editors may also participate in other functions, such as submissions and staff recruitment, and editorial writing among others.

Job Requirements: The Editor position requires an average commitment of at 5 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Editors may live anywhere in the world. However, all JYI staff are required to check their email daily and respond promptly. Also, Editors must attend mandatory staff meetings that provide insight into the administrative aspects of JYI. Finally, as the Faculty Advisor is in essence a mentor to the Editor, it is imperative that all Editors communicate with their Faculty Advisors often in order to ensure that the manuscripts reviewed are scientifically accurate and conform to all conventional science writing guidelines.

Preferred Skills or Experience: Research experience is recommended, but not necessary. Editors in PSM must be comfortable evaluating the methods, results, and interpretations in a manuscript in the physical sciences or mathematics fields. Previous experience working on a publication or in a deadline-driven environment is beneficial. Previous writing or editorial experience is also preferred, but not required.

Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org

Editors perform the crucial function of evaluating research and review manuscripts submitted to JYI in PSS. Editors are assigned a varying number of manuscripts to review based upon their own schedules and work pace. The Editors read through and analyze the manuscripts, filling in various review forms, and then are required to meet with his/her Faculty Advisor to discuss the paper. Based on their evaluations, Editors recommend whether or not the manuscript should be accepted for publication. Besides reviewing manuscripts, Editors may also participate in other functions, such as submissions and staff recruitment, and editorial writing among others.

Job Requirements: The Editor position requires an average commitment of at 5 hours per week. All communication is via internet or phone, so no geographical constraints exist – Editors may live anywhere in the world. However, all JYI staff are required to check their email daily and respond promptly. Also, Editors must attend mandatory staff meetings that provide insight into the administrative aspects of JYI. Finally, as the Faculty Advisor is in essence a mentor to the Editor, it is imperative that all Editors communicate with their Faculty Advisors often in order to ensure that the manuscripts reviewed are scientifically accurate and conform to all conventional science writing guidelines.

Preferred Skills or Experience: Research experience is recommended, but not necessary. Editors in PSS must be comfortable evaluating the methods, results, and interpretations in a manuscript in the psychology and social sciences fields. Previous experience working on a publication or in a deadline-driven environment is beneficial. Previous writing or editorial experience is also preferred, but not required.

Questions about this position? Contact sre@jyi.org
Questions about applying? Contact dhr@jyi.org