Editor

Editor oversees the peer review process, ensuring that submitted manuscripts meet the journal's standards for quality, originality, and scientific rigor. They evaluate submissions, select appropriate peer reviewers, and make final publication decisions based on reviewer feedback. Editors also ensure that published articles align with the journal’s scope, maintain ethical integrity, and contribute meaningfully to the field.

Associate Editor

Associate editors assist the Editor-in-Chief in managing the peer review process by handling manuscript submissions, selecting reviewers, and making recommendations on publication decisions. They ensure that articles meet the journal's quality and ethical standards while providing constructive feedback to authors. Associate Editors typically focus on a specific subject area within the journal’s scope, helping to maintain its academic rigor and relevance.

Graphic Designer

Graphic designers are responsible for creating visually appealing and effective designs that enhance the presentation of published content. Their role includes designing and formatting figures and tables, improving the readability of data visualizations, and ensuring consistency in typography, layout, and branding.

A Wholistic Publishing Team

This team includes editors, peer review coordinators, production specialists, graphic designers, and marketing professionals. Their responsibilities cover manuscript processing, peer review management, copyediting, typesetting, formatting, and ensuring compliance with ethical and publishing standards. They also oversee digital and print distribution, maintain journal websites, and promote published articles to maximize visibility and impact.

URS Board

This journal was founded by the Undergraduate Research Society at the University of South Florida. Dedicated to undergraduate research, the URS board oversees the production of JIST.

Executive Board

The JIST Executive Board consists of dedicated undergraduate students with extensive research experience. Their expertise ensures the integrity and quality of published research, upholding the values of JIST and promoting excellence in scholarly communication.