UCLA
Undergraduate Science Journal
Join Staff
The USJ recruits Staff members annually at the beginning of Fall quarter. Our applications for the 2024-25 school year are now closed.
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2024-25 Application Timeline
October 10
Coffee Chats with USJ Board and Staff.
5:30-7:00 PM
Kerckhoff Patio
October 15
In-person Information Session for applicants.
5:30-6:30 PM
Life Sciences Building
Room 2335
October 18
General Staff applications
due @ 11:59 PM.
Why apply?
USJ Staff members receive in-depth training in scientific writing and communication, thereby gaining graduate-level experience with the review, editorial, and layout processes of manuscript presentation. ​ You will also receive upper division course credit for your participation as a USJ staff member.
Who should apply?
UCLA undergraduates of all years are welcome to apply. We recruit Staff from all majors, however, STEM majors are given preference for the Review Board. Previous experience with publications, graphic design, leadership, or research will also be considered.
USJ Staff Structure
The USJ is divided into three Boards: Review, Editorial, and Layout. Each Board is led by a Managing Editor (ME), and consists of Assistant Managing Editors (AMEs) and General Staff members. The Leadership Team consists of the Editors-in-Chief (EICs), the MEs, and the Logistics Coordinator.
Review
Decides which articles are selected for publication through a rigorous review process; reads science critically.
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The Review Board is active from
Fall Week 7 to Winter Week 5.
Editorial
Edits articles to ensure organization and flow, making articles accessible, clear, and high-quality.
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The Editorial Board is active from Winter Week 3 to Spring Week 1.
Layout
Creative team that designs how the journal looks, from the cover to the placement of the figures.
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The Layout Board is active from Winter Week 1 to Spring Week 6.