Define domain standards
Set rigor, methodology, and reproducibility expectations for your field.
Research Leadership Council
Join Research Leadership Council
Domain Stewardship • Standards • Appointments
Chairs lead a specific research domain on ResearchBack. They define and uphold editorial standards, recruit and approve Lead Reviewers, arbitrate escalations, and represent the platform in their field. Final platform sign-off remains with the Editorial Director.
10%Per published paper in your domain
✓Set & enforce domain standards
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Domain Steward
Recruit & appoint Lead Reviewers
Source, vet, and approve qualified Lead Reviewers; maintain a balanced reviewer pool.
Oversight & quality control
Monitor review quality, resolve inconsistencies, and align decisions across teams.
Escalations & appeals
Serve as the final arbiter for disputes in your domain before ED sign-off.
Representation & outreach
Represent ResearchBack in collaborations and help grow participation in your field.
Documentation & reporting
Maintain transparent criteria, publish brief domain notes, and track KPIs.
Apply — share domain scope, Google Scholar/ORCID, and editorial leadership experience.
Vetting — credentials check, COI review, and alignment with ResearchBack policies.
Onboarding — governance brief, dashboard access, and reviewer roster planning.
Pilot cycle — oversee a limited set of submissions to calibrate standards and flow.
Ongoing stewardship — periodic audits, escalations handling, and field growth.
Eligibility
Who We’re Looking For
Senior domain expert with a strong publication, leadership, or editorial record.
Evidence of rigorous standards, mentorship, and community contribution.
Comfort with transparent, criteria-based decisions and reproducibility checks.
Agreement to COI policy, ethics guidelines, and reasonable availability.
Application
FAQ
How does the 10% Chair share work?
For peer-reviewed papers published under your domain, you receive a 10% share per download. Accruals appear automatically in your dashboard.
What is the typical time commitment?
It scales with submissions. Expect focused blocks for reviewer appointments, escalations, and periodic quality audits.
How are conflicts of interest handled?
Declare COIs prior to involvement. Recuse where appropriate; assignments will be re-routed.
Who gives final sign-off?
Chairs steward the domain and resolve escalations. Final platform sign-off is completed by the Editorial Director.