Summary
Riyadh Elm University is recruiting a full-time, online Section Editor for the Saudi Journal of Oral Sciences. The editor will assess submissions for relevance, originality and scientific rigor, coordinate expert peer review, and provide clear publication decisions. The role also supports journal indexing and consistent quality standards for published research. Applicants need a BDS, master’s or doctoral degree, expertise in a relevant specialty, a strong publication record, and peer-review experience.
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Summary
Company:
Riyadh Elm University
Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Department:
EDITORIAL AND PUBLICATION
Sub Department:
Saudi Journal of Oral Sciences
Position/Job Title:
Section Editors for the Journal
Gender:
Male / Female
Job Requirment
-Mode of Work- Online full time
- Qualifications:
- Candidates must hold a Masters/doctoral degree (BDS, Masters or PhD) with a proven track record of clinical and research expertise within the specific specialty, such as
- Clinical Dentistry
- Oral Diagnosis and Oral Surgery
- Preventive Dentistry and Dental Education.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong publication record in indexed journals and a deep understanding of evidence-based practice and therapeutic innovations. Beyond clinical knowledge, the role requires a sophisticated grasp of research methodology and biostatistics to evaluate the validity of diverse study designs—ranging from randomized controlled trials in Clinical Dentistry to qualitative assessments in Dental Education. Previous experience in the peer-review process and a commitment to the ICMJE and COPE ethical standards are essential for maintaining the journal's academic integrity.
-Job Descriptions:
The Section Editor serves as the primary scientific authority in their specialty, overseeing the scientific content and rigor of all submitted research. Responsibilities include performing an initial scientific assessment to determine the relevance and originality of each submission before inviting qualified expert reviewers. The Section Editor must analyze reviewer feedback to provide authors with clear and constructive decisions—accept, revise, or reject—while ensuring that clinical findings in fields such as Oral Medicine and Therapeutic Techniques are safe, accurate, and impactful. Section Editors are also subject to performance and quality evaluations. They contribute to the journal’s indexing process or provide necessary support during indexing, and work to improve the standards of submitted research. Additionally, they help enhance the decision-making process from submission to acceptance and ensure high-quality standardization of all published scientific papers.