IJE seeks editors with expertise in insect ecology, systematics, vector biology, pest management, and related disciplines. Editors should have a strong publication record and experience in peer review.

• Doctoral degree or equivalent professional experience
• Active research program in entomology or related arthropod science
• Peer review experience for scholarly journals
• Commitment to timely editorial decisions
• Ability to assess methodological rigor and reproducibility

• Current CV with publication list
• Brief statement of expertise and interests
• Examples of recent entomology research
• Contact information and institutional affiliation

Applications are reviewed by the Editor in Chief and editorial board. Qualified candidates are contacted for confirmation and onboarding.

Editors typically manage four to six manuscripts per year. Time commitment averages two to four hours per manuscript, including reviewer coordination and decision preparation.

• Report species identification methods and taxonomic authorities for clarity.
• Reference voucher deposition locations when specimens are archived.
• Specify sampling protocol details such as trap placement, interval, and exposure duration.
• Describe data sources and preprocessing steps so other researchers can reproduce results.
• Clarify how survival, abundance, or infestation outcomes were measured and interpreted.
• Use consistent terminology and define acronyms at first use.
• If code or data sharing is restricted, describe access limitations and provide detailed methods.
• Summarize how results support pest management or conservation outcomes without overstating conclusions.
• Report the primary outcome measures used to evaluate behavior, ecology, or control efficacy.
• Note any limitations related to sample size, spatial coverage, or seasonality.
• Provide clarity on reviewer or editor expectations to support consistent decision making.
• Highlight how ethical compliance and conflict disclosures are verified during review.
• Recommend specific statistical checks or validation steps for ecological or behavioral outcomes.
• Describe how reviewers should document major versus minor concerns.
• State the importance of data availability statements in reviewer assessments.
• Remind reviewers to flag unclear identification methods or sampling protocols.

IJE is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in entomological research. We emphasize reproducible methods, accurate taxonomy, and ethical compliance across all article types.

The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].

We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in insect science and arthropod research.