Below are the current open voluntary and honorary positions available across our journals (Hikma Journal of Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies & Hikma: Journal of Religion and Theology).

1. Editor-in-Chief / Co-Editor

Role Overview:

The Editor-in-Chief (EIC) acts as the figurehead of the journal. You will be responsible for the scientific quality of the journal and determining its strategic direction.

• Responsibilities:
  • Make final decisions on the acceptance or rejection of manuscripts.
  • Oversee the peer-review process to ensure fairness and timeliness.
  • Develop the journal’s scope and suggest topics for Special Issues.
  • Uphold the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines.
• Qualifications:
  • Must hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field.
  • Rank of Associate Professor or higher is preferred.
  • Strong record of publications in international indexed journals.

2. Editorial Board Member

Role Overview:

Board members are subject matter experts who support the EIC and promote the journal within their academic networks.

• Responsibilities:
  • Provide advice on journal policy and scope.
  • Review a minimum of 2–3 manuscripts per year.
  • Encourage colleagues and students to submit high-quality work.
  • Promote the journal at conferences and seminars.
• Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. degree holder or equivalent research experience.
  • Established academic affiliation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the specific subject area of the journal.

3. Reviewer

Role Overview:

Reviewers are the backbone of our quality assurance. This is a vital role for scholars looking to stay updated with the latest research while contributing to the academic community.

• Responsibilities:
  • Evaluate manuscripts for methodology, originality, and clarity.
  • Provide constructive, detailed feedback to authors.
  • Submit review reports within the stipulated timeline (usually 2–3 weeks).
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the manuscript.
• Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree holders with research experience, Ph.D. candidates, or Ph.D. holders.
  • Must have at least one published paper in a peer-reviewed journal.

4. Editorial Assistant

Role Overview:

This entry-level role is ideal for early-career researchers or students who wish to learn the backend operations of academic publishing.

• Responsibilities:
  • Assist in preliminary technical checks (formatting, plagiarism screening).
  • Communicate with authors regarding submission status.
  • Assist in updating the journal website and metadata.
  • Coordinate with reviewers to ensure timely reports.
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree (BCA/BA/B.Sc) or currently pursuing a Master’s.
  • Strong organizational skills and proficiency in English.
  • Basic knowledge of computers and Microsoft Word.