How can I express my interest in reviewing for one of Sage’s journals?

There are three ways to register as a reviewer.

1. Create a journal-specific reviewer account on Sage Track. 

Search for the journal’s name here and then click the ‘Submit paper’ link. This will take you to the peer review system where you can create an account.

To find this contact information, please follow the below steps:

• Visit the Sage Journals platform
• Search for the journal title
• Go to the Manuscript Submission Guidelines tab and scroll to the bottom of the page
• The Journal's Editor or Publishing Editor's email address should be detailed in the last section of this page, in either of these 2 formats:
  • The contact information will be listed at the bottom of the page
  • The contact information will be found within the 'Further resources' section, click on this dropdown to open up this information

Please ensure a copy of your CV is included in your email to the Editor or editorial Office.

Why create an account on a specific journal Sage Track site?  

• You will be part of the journal’s reviewer database.
• You can make your profile more attractive by adding keywords related to your areas of expertise to boost your chances of being invited to review.
• Editors can rate your reviews which may increase your chances of being invited to review again.

2. Contact the journal editor or editorial office directly. 

In your communication, express your interest, summarize your expertise, and present yourself as a valuable reviewer.

Why contact the editor or editorial office directly?   

• If you’re unsure if your area of expertise fits the journal's scope you can double-check with the editor or editorial office directly before registering your details on the Web of Science or the journal’s Sage Track site.  
• Editors get a firsthand look at your experience and expertise.  
• This is an opportunity for you to introduce yourself and your interests to the editor to increase your chances of being invited to review.  

3. Sign up to the Web of Science Reviewer Recognition Service.

Indicate your interest in reviewing for a journal by clicking on the journal’s Reviewer Recognition page. Editors use Reviewer Recognition to find suitable reviewers for their journals and may contact you directly via the Reviewer Recognition site.

Why sign up to WoS Reviewer Recognition?  

• Editors can clearly see your interest in reviewing for their journal.  
• Editors can look into your reviewer insights, including which other journals you are reviewing for.
• Editors can rate reviewers as ‘excellent’.
• You can review your satisfaction of Reviewer Recognition.
• You can receive weekly email updates summarizing your reviewer activity on the site. 
• For Sage Journals, a claimed review will result in the individual’s name being listed as a reviewer for that journal. 
• Co-reviewers can also receive credit on Reviewer Recognition.

Once you are registered as a reviewer, the editors will send you an invitation to review if a manuscript in your area of expertise is submitted.

We understand that our reviewers are busy, so it may not always be possible for you to accept an invitation to review. To avoid delays, please inform the editor as soon as possible if you are unable to accept an invitation to review or encounter any issues after accepting. If you cannot review a manuscript, we appreciate if you can suggest an alternative reviewer.

Tip: To further increase your chances of receiving review invitations, see our comprehensive blog post on Steps to Strengthen Your Reviewer Profile.