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Call for Early Career Reviewer Board Members

Qualitative Market Research: An International Journal

Qualitative Market Research: An International Journal (QMR) is inviting new members for its Early Career Reviewer Board (ECRB). This voluntary role provides excellent opportunities for professional development and networking and we invite early-career applicants from anywhere in the world to apply. 

About the journal

QMR publishes scholarly research from around the world that aims to further the frontiers of knowledge and understanding of qualitative market research and its applications.  For the full Aims & Scope please visit: https://www.emeraldgrouppublishing.com/journal/qmr 

QMR follows an anonymized and rigorous peer-review process. All articles submitted to the journals are initially assessed by the Editors and if deemed suitable are sent to at least two independent reviewers for expert assessment.

Benefits of joining QMR’s ECRB

  • Gain valuable insight into the peer-review process and enhance your peer-review skills.
  • Connect with established researchers and scholars in your field.
  • Contribute to maintaining the high standards of QMR.
  • Opportunity to be promoted to the journal’s EAB after a successful period in the ECRB.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed (within the past 5 years) a Ph.D. in marketing, consumer research or related field.
  • Expertise or interest in one or more of the journal’s key areas.
  • Commitment to providing timely and constructive feedback on submissions.
  • Be fluent in English with excellent written and communication skills.

Expectations

  • Review 2–3 manuscripts per year -  assisting in the peer-review process and editorial decision making by providing constructive and impartial judgement on other researchers’ work in a timely manner.
  • Engage with the editorial team to uphold the quality and integrity of published research.
  • Promote the journals internationally through your networks and at academic conferences, and encourage relevant manuscript submissions.

Applications

Interested candidates are invited to send a letter of up to 1,000 words, summarising their qualifications and experience, and motivations for joining the ECRB, together with an up-to-date CV, to the journal’s Editor-in-Chief, Professor Elina Närvänen ([email protected]), by 30st May 2025.