(Press-News.org) Stem Cell Reports, the peer-reviewed, open-access journal of the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR), today announced a call for applications to serve on its editorial team as an Early Career Editor, a prestigious opportunity for outstanding, early-career scientists to help shape the future of stem cell publishing. The deadline to apply is 13 March 2026.
“Publishing in Stem Cell Reports and serving as an early career editor has given me unique insights into studies outside my immediate field, while reinforcing my commitment to reproducible, transparent science. It has also helped me develop a critical eye for rigorous research and broaden my scientific perspective,” said Harsha Devalla, Ph.D., Amsterdam University Medical Center, Netherlands.
Selected members will serve up to a three-year term beginning 1 September 2026, joining a cohort of distinguished early career researchers who will play an active role in the journal’s scientific vision and community engagement. The program is designed to provide hands-on editorial experience, mentorship, and professional visibility within the global stem cell research community.
“Serving on the Early Career Editorial team has provided invaluable insight into the editorial process, deepened my understanding of how rigorous peer review advances our field, given me access to innovative research, and connected me with leaders who continue to serve as mentors and collaborators,” said Bruno Di Stefano, Ph.D., Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
Professional Development and Leadership Opportunities
Members of the Early Career Editorial Team will have the opportunity to:
Advise on journal content and programming, including special issues, podcasts, and new initiatives
Receive mentoring from associate editors
Learn the editorial peer-review process
Attend the annual editorial board meeting
Build an international professional network
Serve as ambassadors for Stem Cell Reports and the ISSCR
Eligibility Criteria
Scientists from academic and industry backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must:
Hold a Ph.D. or M.D.
Be an ISSCR member
Be in a primary leadership position (group leader, principal investigator, senior scientist, or director) for seven years or less
Demonstrate academic or professional excellence, such as senior-author publications, successful external funding, and/or leadership experience in biotechnology or industry
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
A written statement of interest/cover letter
A curriculum vitae (maximum two pages)
Materials should be sent to jmosher@isscr.org.
About Stem Cell Reports
Stem Cell Reports is the open access, peer-reviewed journal of the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) for communicating basic discoveries in stem cell research, in addition to translational and clinical studies. Stem Cell Reports focuses on original research with conceptual or practical advances that are of broad interest to stem cell biologists and clinicians. Stem Cell Reports is a Cell Press partner journal. Find the journal on X: @StemCellReports.
About ISSCR
With nearly 5,000 members from more than 80 countries, the International Society for Stem Cell Research (@ISSCR) is the preeminent global, cross-disciplinary, science-based organization dedicated to stem cell research and its translation to the clinic. The ISSCR mission is to promote excellence in stem cell science and applications to human health.
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Stem Cell Reports seeks early career editors to join the editorial board
2026-01-13
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