Editor Resources
JBSR provides structured resources to help editors manage peer review effectively.
Use these tools to maintain consistency, ethics, and decision clarity.
Core Resources
Decision Templates
Standard decision letter templates for revise, accept, or decline outcomes.
Reviewer Checklist
Criteria for assessing theoretical clarity, methods, and data integrity.
Ethics Guidance
Policies on conflicts of interest, data transparency, and authorship.
These resources are updated periodically to reflect evolving best practices in publication ethics and peer review. Editors can request the latest versions at any time.
Handling Revisions
Editors are encouraged to use structured checklists to confirm that reviewer concerns are addressed. When revisions are incomplete, request additional clarification and identify specific sections requiring attention. Clear, focused feedback improves author outcomes and reduces review cycles.
Reviewer Selection Guide
Use a mix of methodological and theoretical expertise to evaluate interdisciplinary manuscripts. Aim for reviewers with complementary perspectives and avoid close collaborators of the authors. When specialized methods are used, include at least one reviewer who can assess technical validity.
Best Practice Tips
Maintain a balance between conceptual insight and empirical evidence when evaluating manuscripts. Encourage authors to clarify theoretical assumptions, define key terms, and align methods with research questions. Flag unclear claims early to streamline review.
When necessary, recommend statistical or methodological review to strengthen the evidence base.
Decision Consistency
Document key reasons for decisions in the manuscript file and communicate them clearly in decision letters. Consistent rationales improve transparency and support future audits. If reviewer recommendations diverge, explain how the final decision was reached.
Special Issue Workflows
For special issues, coordinate with guest editors to align scope and timelines while maintaining journal level standards. Use the same review checklists and ethical policies as regular submissions to keep quality consistent across the journal.
Training And Onboarding
New editors receive a brief onboarding guide with editorial policies, decision templates, and reviewer expectations. The editorial office can schedule short orientation sessions to answer questions and ensure confidence in the workflow.
Ongoing updates are shared when policies or workflows change.
Support From The Editorial Office
The editorial office can assist with reviewer invitations, conflict screening, and ethical questions. If a complex case arises, contact the office for guidance before issuing a decision. Collaborative handling protects the integrity of the journal.
We can also advise on appeals and post publication corrections when needed.
Need Additional Resources?
Email the editorial office for templates, policy updates, or workflow support.
