Journal Editorial Board
The Journal Editorial Board is primarily concerned with the content of The Structural Engineer and how it meets the needs of the individual members and the Institution itself.
The Journal Editorial Board has a working relationship with the editor so that the Institution's needs and expectations are met in the published journal.
A major task is the review and assessment of papers submitted for publication. The Journal Editorial Board meets 3 times during each session.
Terms of Reference
- To determine and reflect the needs of the Institution and its members in relation to The Structural Engineer.
- To promote the global nature of the Journal.
- To be a source of advice and feedback to the Editor of the Journal, including the content and the balance of material being presented.
- To oversee the peer review process for papers submitted to the Institution, to assess the quality of such submissions, and to make recommendations for publication to the Editor.
- To assist in promoting the submission of short articles, Viewpoints, design examples, etc. for publication in the Journal.
- To report to the Communications Strategy Committee, and to liaise with other relevant external organisations.
- To be mindful of commercial responsibilities, and to work within the resources allocated to the Journal.
Constitution
Up to 13 persons
(Quorum: 4.)
Parent Body
Communications Strategy Committee
Modus Operandi
The Panel meets 3 times a year.
The Managing Editor is responsible for the content of the Journal, its presentation, production and meeting commercial targets. The Editorial Board is concerned with the content of the Journal and how this meets the needs of the individual members, the Institution. It also takes an overview of commercial opportunities relating to the Journal, including advertising and subscriptions. The Board reports on its work and future plans to the Communications Strategy Committee.