To promote the innovative advancement of the Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism and establish a cutting-edge academic exchange platform that facilitates dialogues between young scholars and influential experts in the field of architecture and urban studies, the Editorial Office of the Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism is actively expanding its Young Editorial Board. We are currently seeking global Youth Editorial Board members through self-recommendation and a rigorous Editorial Board selection process.

As a valued member of the Young Editorial Board, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with the current board members, a distinguished assembly of globally renowned scholars. This board is dedicated to creating a dynamic academic platform and fostering collaboration within the global research landscape of architecture and urban studies. We earnestly invite your participation to contribute to this endeavor.

1. Benefits include:

Exclusive Two-Year Term: Upon selection, a Young Editorial Board appointment will be conferred for a 2-year term, and you will receive official certification.

Discounted Registration: Enjoy discounted registration fees when attending various academic activities organized by the journal.

Outstanding Recognition: Qualify for the annual selection for Outstanding Young Editorial Board members and receive a reward.

Priority Manuscript Processing: Your manuscripts submitted during the term will receive priority processing and a special discount; accepted articles will be given priority publication.

Showcase Excellence: Opportunities for priority recommendation of cover articles in the journal, featuring research video introductions and recent publications in the journal's promotional column.

Conference Support: Access to the chance to receive journal support for organizing domestic and international academic conferences or forums.

Network Exchange: Engage in online or offline editorial meetings and academic seminars to collaborate and exchange ideas with other board members, invited editors, and authors.

Path to Editorial Leadership: Making valuable contributions to the journal opens exciting possibilities for promotion to a regular editorial position.

2. Recruitment Eligibility:

Hold a PhD degree or above.

Be engaged in Research at top-tier universities, research institutes, or leading technology enterprises worldwide.

Demonstrate a commitment to actively participate in manuscript organization, submission, and peer review for the journal.

Possess regular experience in reviewing architecture and urban studies-related journals.

3. Responsibilities of Young Editorial Board Members:

Organizing and inviting submissions: Recommend and organize high-quality manuscripts in their respective fields based on an understanding of outstanding contributors.

Peer reviewing: Invite Young Editorial Board members with academic expertise and work experience to serve as subject reviewers for the Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism.

Academic editing: Invite Young Editorial Board members to participate in academic editing for the Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism based on their academic strength, English proficiency, and research interests.

Promoting the journal: Conduct promotion and advertising activities for the journal through major academic conferences, events, or other academic channels.

Participating in academic activities: Actively participate in Young Editorial Board meetings or jointly organize relevant academic conferences with the journal.

4. Recruitment Focus:

The Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism (JCAU) is an international, peer-reviewed, academic Open Access journal. The journal presents new and original results of research, and provides a platform for discussion and debate relating to architectural heritage preservation, resilience and cultural sustainability of modern vernacular architecture in the Chinese context, as well as the cultural influence of Chinese architecture worldwide, past and present. (accscience.com/journal/JCAU/about/aims_scope)

5. Application:

To apply for the Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism Young Editorial Board membership, please complete and submit the Application Form (including personal information, education background, main research direction, work experience, and a list of representative publications). Submit the form to the editorial office via email: jcau.office@accscience.sg

You can download the Journal of Chinese Architecture and Urbanism Young Editorial Board Membership Application Form here: Young Editorial Board Membership Application Form

The selection process for Young Editorial Board members includes the following steps: resume submission, initial review by the Editorial Office, approval by the main editorial board, and issuance of appointment letters.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026, via email.