Call for Associate Editors
Archives of Veterinary Medicine invites expressions of interest from established and internationally active researchers who wish to serve as Associate Editors and contribute to the strategic development and international visibility of the journal.
As a peer-reviewed Diamond Open Access journal published by the Scientific Veterinary Institute “Novi Sad”, Archives of Veterinary Medicine is committed to maintaining high scientific standards, editorial independence, methodological rigor, and international diversity within its editorial structure. The Associate Editor position represents a key operational role in safeguarding the quality and integrity of the peer-review process.
Role and Responsibilities
Associate Editors are expected to:
Manage and oversee the peer-review process within their area of expertise;
Identify and appoint qualified, independent reviewers;
Provide informed editorial recommendations based on reviewers’ reports;
Ensure compliance with ethical standards and editorial policies;
Support the journal’s scientific development and thematic direction;
Contribute to strengthening the journal’s international academic profile.
Areas of Interest
The journal particularly welcomes applications from experts in:
Veterinary Virology
Veterinary Microbiology
Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Toxicology and Pharmacology
Clinical Veterinary Medicine
Food Safety
Public Health and One Health
Epidemiology
Zoonotic Diseases
Molecular Diagnostics and Biotechnology
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (in veterinary and public health research)
Bioinformatics (applied to veterinary and public health research)
Medical Statistics / Biostatistics
Wildlife Diseases
Aquaculture
Apiculture and Bee Diseases
Applications from researchers outside Serbia are especially encouraged in order to further strengthen the journal’s international scope and editorial diversity.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should:
Hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline;
Demonstrate a strong publication record in internationally indexed journals (Scopus and/or Web of Science);
Have documented experience in peer review or editorial activities;
Show evidence of international collaboration;
Maintain an active and visible researcher profile (e.g., Scopus Author ID, ORCID).
Appointment and Term
Applications will be evaluated by the Editor-in-Chief and the editorial leadership team. Final appointment is subject to approval by the Scientific Council of the Scientific Veterinary Institute “Novi Sad”, in accordance with the journal’s governance structure.
Associate Editors are appointed for a term of two (2) years. The appointment may be renewed based on performance, active contribution to the peer-review process, and the strategic needs of the journal.
The journal reserves the right to appoint Associate Editors based on editorial requirements, scientific excellence, and the overall balance of expertise and geographical representation.
Academic Service and Diamond Open Access Commitment
The Associate Editor position is voluntary and based on academic service. It offers an opportunity to actively contribute to maintaining scientific quality, promoting editorial integrity, and strengthening the international visibility of a Diamond Open Access journal.
Operating under a non-commercial, non-profit publishing model, the journal ensures that authors are not charged publication fees and that readers have unrestricted access to scientific content. We welcome researchers committed to advancing rigorous, transparent, and globally accessible scholarly communication.
Submission of Applications
Interested candidates should submit:
A brief academic CV;
A short statement describing their expertise and motivation;
A link to their Scopus or Web of Science profile;
Contact information.
Applications should be submitted electronically to the Editor-in-Chief via the contact details available on the journal’s Contact page:
All applications will be treated confidentially.