Co-Editor-in-Chief needed for
Embodied Intelligent Robot
About the role
Embodied Intelligent Robot is currently recruiting for a Co-Editor-in-Chief.
This is an excellent opportunity for academics with a strong track record in embodied intelligence, general artificial intelligence, multimodal perception fusion, intelligent model training, intelligent robotics, humanoid robots, and other areas closely related to embodied intelligence and robotics.
We are seeking a leader who will shape the journal’s editorial vision, expand its reach, accelerate growth in high quality submissions and citations, and foster a vibrant research community.
In this role, you will:
- Collaborate closely with the editorial board and reviewers to oversee a rigorous, fair, and timely peer-review process that delivers content of appropriate scope and quality to agreed publication schedules.
- Work with the Publisher to develop strategies to attract and commission high-impact submissions – including themed collections, expert perspectives, and reviews.
- Champion best practices in research integrity, transparency, and reproducibility.
- Promote the journal within the community, build networks across relevant disciplines, and support emerging areas of research.
- Stepping into an editor role is a fulfilling journey that enables you to shape the future of your discipline. You will advance the latest research in your field, expand your professional network, and be recognized as a leading figure in the community.
The role offers:
- Annual honorarium
- Free access to journal content on tandfonline.com
- 30% discount on books at routledge.com
Ongoing support through training, performance metrics, industry news, events, and webinars
The appointment will start in June 2026.
About the Journal
The Embodied Intelligent Robot journal aims to provide a platform for global researchers and professionals in the field of embodied intelligent robotics to exchange ideas, share research results, perspectives, and knowledge. It is committed to promoting the exchange and dissemination of the most advanced foundational, scientific, and applied research achievements in the field of embodied intelligent robotics, striving to become a widely recognized international academic journal in robotics.
The journal covers various fields related to embodied intelligence, general artificial intelligence, multimodal perception fusion, intelligent model training, intelligent robotics, humanoid robots, and other areas closely related to embodied intelligence and robotics. Submissions on these topics are highly welcome.
The research scope of the journal includes but is not limited to the following themes:
- Concepts, architectures, and frameworks of embodied intelligent robots
- Theories and methods of embodied intelligent robots
- Key technologies of embodied intelligent robots
- Applications and case studies of embodied intelligent robots
- Implementation and deployment of embodied intelligent robots
- Safety of embodied intelligent robots
- Standardization of embodied intelligent robots
- Ethics and regulations of embodied intelligent robots
Key Skills and Attributes
Ready to apply? We’re seeking candidates who demonstrate:
Editorial Excellence & Leadership
- Proven experience in academic publishing across the full editorial lifecycle.
- Skill in reading, synthesizing, and making sound editorial decisions based on reviewer reports.
- Willingness to lead and energize the Editorial Board, including organizing and chairing meetings.
- Recognized thought leadership and a strong professional reputation within your academic discipline.
- Expertise for attracting and commissioning high-impact submissions.
- A clear vision and enthusiasm for the journal’s ongoing development.
Operational Proficiency
- Ability to commit time each week to the role and to participate in Editorial Board meetings and training as needed.
- A track record of managing submitted manuscripts promptly, consistently, and professionally.
- Proficiency with online peer-review management systems, with the confidence to guide and support the editorial team in their use.
- Proactive engagement with Taylor & Francis staff and suppliers to implement processes and drive improvements.
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, the open access publishing environment.
Communication and Integrity
- Experience collaborating effectively with independent peer reviewers.
- Consistently prompt, professional communication with authors throughout the peer-review process.
- Uncompromising ethical standards; knowledge of COPE guidelines and a commitment to always uphold them.
- Active growth of academic networks through conference participation and professional use of social media.
Application instructions
Applications should include your CV, a Cover Letter and a Vision Statement.
Your Vision Statement should be no longer than 500 words and include how you would:
- Direct the editorial vision and scope of the journal in collaboration with the publisher.
- Maintain high ethical standards and ensure compliance with Editorial policies.
- Act as an ambassador for the journal at academic conferences and on social media.
- Drive sustainable and timely high-quality submissions, through commissioning and content development, in collaboration with the publisher.
- Lead the editorial board in setting priorities for the journal’s content.
- Work with the publisher to appoint additional Lead Editors, Supporting Editors and Advisors to the journal.
Early application is encouraged. For any questions, please contact Publisher Qian Jiao at [email protected].
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The journal is committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion within its editorial team and decision making processes. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential, and each will be judged on its merits without bias for seniority of institutional affiliation. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.