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Become an IOP Trusted Reviewer

Gain formal recognition with IOP Trusted Reviewer status, awarded to reviewers who deliver high‑quality, insightful and rigorous reports. As a Trusted Reviewer, you’ll be part of the top 15% of our reviewer community and recognised for your contribution to advancing research.

How do I achieve IOP Trusted Reviewer status?

Each report you submit is evaluated by editors on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing outstanding quality. Achieve a score of 5 out of 5, and you’ll be awarded IOP Trusted Reviewer status.

If you complete our Peer Review Excellence training programme, you can achieve Trusted Reviewer status with a score of 4 or 5. In fact, more than 50% of training graduates go on to become Trusted Reviewers after submitting a report.

To be eligible for Trusted Reviewer status, you will need an IOP Publishing ScholarOne account. If you would like to be invited to review for our journals, complete our Volunteer to review form.

What does an outstanding report look like?

To achieve a 5 out of 5 rating your report should:

  • Be detailed and very thorough: commenting on all sections of the manuscript
  • Comment on the significance of the work within the context of the field
  • Include a comprehensive comparison with existing literature
  • Provide constructive feedback that enables the author(s) to improve the article
  • Provide recommendations that are clearly justified and consistent with the journal’s editorial standards

Overall, a 5 out of 5 report is exceptionally detailed and adds valuable insight when informing the Editor’s decision. For further guidance on how to write an outstanding report that meets these criteria, please refer to our Reviewer Guide.

Are there additional benefits for Trusted Reviewers?

Yes, aside from the accomplishment of being in the top 15% of our reviewers, you also receive:   

  • IOP Trusted Reviewer certificate and badge 
     
  • IOP Associate Member – 1 year free

Receive a year of discovery and professional growth with a complimentary IOP Associate Membership. For 12 months, you’ll step into a community designed to support and elevate your work — from exclusive discounts on journal publication charges and 30% off all IOP Publishing books, to reduced rates for conferences, workshops, and online events that keep you connected with the latest breakthroughs in physics. Your membership also opens the door to curated career resources, networking opportunities, and expert insights that help you stay ahead in your field. It’s a chance to expand your knowledge, amplify your research, and join a global network of people shaping the future of science.

Note: Email invitations will be issued, so no follow-up is required.