Overview

The Journal of Marine Engineering and Technology is a leading publication dedicated to advancements in marine engineering and technology. It addresses key topics such as environmental impact, energy transition, performance, autonomy, and artificial intelligence, serving both industry practitioners and researchers. The journal is published by the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) in partnership with Taylor & Francis, and maintains a strong impact factor with a diverse range of high-quality submissions.

As an Associate Editor, you will work closely with the Editor-in-Chief and fellow Associate Editors to uphold the journal’s quality. Your responsibilities include managing the peer review process through the editorial board, which maintains and improves the scope, policy and review process of the journal, your professional network, and the journal’s system (Editorial Manager™), and providing decision recommendations to the Editor-in-Chief.

 

What you'll be doing

  • Evaluate submissions for relevance, originality, and scientific rigour—ensuring each manuscript aligns with the journal’s scope and standards. 
  • Curate expert reviews by identifying and inviting reviewers through your professional network, the editorial board, and Editorial Manager™. 
  • Uphold publishing ethics by guiding reviewers and authors to meet the journal’s quality benchmarks and ethical standards. 
  • Drive content innovation by proposing special issues and encouraging submissions on emerging and impactful topics in Marine Engineering and Technology. 
  • Advise on publication decisions, providing clear recommendations to the Editor-in-Chief based on peer review outcomes. 
  • Navigate Editorial Manager™ confidently to manage submissions, reviews, and communications efficiently. 
  • Collaborate across teams, working with IMarEST, Taylor & Francis, and fellow editors to maintain the journal’s reputation and strategic direction. 
  • Support manuscript refinement when needed, helping authors elevate their work to meet publication standards. 

 

About you

You’re a respected voice in the Marine Engineering and Technology sector, with a solid academic foundation and hands-on experience in the discipline field. You understand the real-world impact of Marine Engineering and Technology, and you're passionate about advancing the field.

You will: 

  • Be well-connected in the Marine Engineering and Technology community and actively contribute to its growth through research, collaboration, and outreach. 
  • Bring confidence and clarity to your communications, engaging authors, reviewers, and researchers with professionalism and courtesy. 
  • Be organised and responsive, ensuring that manuscripts move smoothly through the editorial process. 
  • Thrive in collaborative environments, building strong relationships with fellow editors, IMarEST, and Taylor & Francis to uphold the journal’s standards and vision. 
  • Have strong organisational skills to ensure that submissions are handled in a timely manner
  • Have the ability to foster positive working relationships with colleagues including the Co-Editor-In-Chiefs, Associate Editors, members of the Editorial Board, IMarEST, and Taylor & Francis.

 

Benefits

Becoming an Associate Editor of the Journal of Marine Engineering and Technology isn’t just a role—it’s a platform to amplify your impact and grow professionally: 

  • Expand your influence by building meaningful connections across the global Marine Engineering and Technology community. 
  • Champion the science you care about, helping shape the conversation around the latest research and innovations. 
  • Gain recognition as a thought leader in marine engineering and technology, contributing to the advancement of the field. 
  • Advance your career through hands-on editorial experience that supports your continuing professional development.