Any early-career researcher, PhD student, or academic who wants to start reviewing scholarly manuscripts can join. It is also open to those with prior peer review experience.
No. Several modules are designed for beginners.
Several programs on the Reviewer Academy are self-paced. Most researchers complete the core modules in 4-6 weeks.
Some of the modules/courses in the Reviewer Academy include certification. Upon completion of these courses, you’ll earn a Reviewer Academy Certificate that you can display on your CV and professional profiles. A lot of our other material might be in the form of blog posts, case studies, or tips you can save for later use.
Being a trained reviewer adds credibility to your profile, increases collaboration opportunities, and helps you earn recognition within the publishing community. You will also get instant access to the ReviewerOne Community, where you can choose to be listed as a reviewer based on your availability to start accepting review invitations from journals.
This is just the beginning! There is always so much to learn. We will keep adding new modules, best practices, and global guidelines to keep you current. We also plan to add tips and insights from industry professionals. Stay tuned!
Science is constantly evolving and so should peer reviewers. Upskilling ensures your reviews remain relevant, ethical, and impactful. Completing a certified course also adds more value to your CV.
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