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Reviewer recruitment strategy

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈvjuːər rɪˈkruːtmənt ˈstrætɪdʒi/

A systematic approach journals employ to identify, invite, and retain qualified peer reviewers with appropriate expertise for manuscript evaluation. Effective strategies balance reviewer expertise matching, diversity considerations, response rates, and long-term reviewer pool sustainability.

Plain English

The planned approach a journal uses to find and recruit qualified experts willing to review manuscripts.

Etymology & History

Origin languageEnglish, French, Latin

Rootreviewer (French revoir) + recruitment (French recruter) + strategy (Greek strategia)

First recorded use1990s

Usage frequencyCommon

Usage

"The journal's reviewer recruitment strategy prioritized early-career researchers to develop future peer reviewers."

Style guide notes: Capitalize when part of formal program or initiative names; maintain consistency in hyphenation.

Also known as

reviewer sourcing strategy peer reviewer acquisition reviewer pool development

Contrasted with

random reviewer selection mandatory reviewer assignment

Related Terms

peer_reviewer_management expertise_matching_criteria reviewer_retention_initiatives

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes an effective reviewer recruitment strategy?

Combines expertise matching, diversity, reasonable reviewer loads, incentives, training opportunities, and sustainable long-term planning.

How do journals overcome low reviewer acceptance rates?

Strategic approaches include reducing review burden, offering recognition, providing feedback, and building relationships with committed reviewers.

Why Test Candidates on This?

Essential for understanding journal operational efficiency and editorial sustainability in peer review management.

Required skill level: Senior

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