Join the IJN Reviewer Community
Support rigorous nutrition research by serving as a reviewer. Share your expertise, strengthen your profile, and contribute to evidence based practice.
Journal Metrics
Consistent, transparent publishing metrics help authors plan submissions and track impact. The following benchmarks are applied across the International Journal of Nutrition.
Journal At a Glance
International Journal of Nutrition is a peer reviewed, open access journal focused on clinical nutrition, public health nutrition, dietary assessment, and food science. The journal emphasizes transparent methods, data availability, and rapid dissemination for real world impact.
- ISSN: 2379-7835
- Open access publishing model
- DOI assigned to every article
- Global readership and indexing distribution
Reviewer Qualifications
IJN welcomes reviewers with research experience in nutrition, dietetics, food science, public health, or related clinical fields. Early career researchers with strong publication records are encouraged to apply.
- PhD or equivalent research experience
- Recent publications in relevant nutrition topics
- Commitment to timely and objective review
- Understanding of research ethics
How to Register
Send your CV and topic areas to the editorial office.
Match
We match your expertise to submissions in your field.
Confirm
Approved reviewers receive onboarding guidance and review templates.
Selection and Onboarding
The editorial office reviews applications based on subject fit and publication history. Once confirmed, reviewers receive access to guidelines and a short orientation on review expectations.
IJN values reliability and constructive feedback, so clear communication is part of the onboarding process.
Time Commitment
Reviewers can indicate preferred workload so invitations align with availability. Most reviews are completed within the standard review window.
If your availability changes, update the editorial office to avoid delays.
- Accept reviews only when time allows
- Notify editors early if delays occur
- Update your expertise areas as they evolve
Flexible participation helps maintain review quality without overcommitment.
What to Include
Expertise Areas
List keywords such as clinical nutrition, micronutrients, or epidemiology.
Method Skills
Indicate experience with trials, cohort studies, or qualitative research.
Availability
Share your typical review capacity per quarter.
Affiliation
Provide current institutional or professional affiliation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often will I review?
Requests depend on manuscript flow and your expertise.
Can I decline a review?
Yes. You may decline when needed.
Will I be trained?
Yes. Review guidance and templates are provided.
Is the role voluntary?
Yes. Reviewers contribute as a service to the field.