Jana Nexus: Journal of Humanities and Social Thought welcomes qualified researchers, academicians, professionals, and subject-matter experts to join our peer-review community.
Peer reviewers play an essential role in maintaining the academic quality, integrity, and credibility of scholarly publishing. Through objective and constructive evaluation, reviewers assist authors in improving their manuscripts and support the editorial team in making informed publication decisions.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from individuals who have:
- A Ph.D., Master’s degree, or equivalent qualification in Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Relevant academic, research, teaching, or professional experience.
- Research publications in recognized journals, books, conferences, or other scholarly outlets.
- Demonstrable expertise in one or more areas within the humanities and social sciences.
- A commitment to objective, constructive, confidential, and timely peer review.
Areas of Expertise
Reviewers may apply in areas including, but not limited to:
English Literature, Languages and Linguistics, History, Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, Economics, Education, Law, Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Media and Communication, Social Work, International Relations, Development Studies, Gender Studies, Public Administration, Library and Information Science, and other related interdisciplinary fields.
Responsibilities of Reviewers
Reviewers are expected to:
- Evaluate manuscripts objectively, fairly, and independently.
- Assess the originality, relevance, methodology, argumentation, clarity, and academic quality of submitted manuscripts.
- Provide clear and constructive comments to help authors improve their work.
- Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the peer-review process.
- Declare any potential conflict of interest before accepting a review assignment.
- Complete assigned reviews within the specified timeframe.
- Avoid using, sharing, or benefiting from unpublished information obtained during the review process.
- Follow the journal’s peer-review and publication ethics policies.
Benefits of Becoming a Reviewer
Approved reviewers may receive:
- An official Reviewer Certificate for completed review assignments.
- Recognition of their contribution to the journal’s peer-review process.
- Opportunities to contribute to maintaining the quality and integrity of scholarly research.
- Consideration for future academic and editorial opportunities based on experience and contribution.
- Listing in the journal’s reviewer database or on the journal website, subject to journal policy.
How to Apply
To apply, please send the following documents as email attachments to:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Signed Reviewer Application Form — Reviewer_form-JNHST
- Valid ID Proof (Passport, Government ID, etc.)
- Proof of Doctorate (Degree Certificate)
Note: Applications sent to any email address other than the one listed above will not be processed. After reviewing your academic and professional credentials, our editorial team will notify you of the decision. Approved reviewers may be listed on the journal website and will receive manuscripts within their area of expertise for evaluation.
We welcome qualified scholars and professionals to join Jana Nexus: Journal of Humanities and Social Thought and contribute to maintaining high standards of scholarly research, peer review, and academic publishing.