For Reviewers

JRIPE is committed to fostering a constructive and developmental peer review culture. We view peer review not only as a process of evaluation, but also as a form of scholarly dialogue that supports authors and advances the field. 

Reviewer guidelines  

JRIPE values reviews that are rigorous, constructive, and respectful. Reviewers are invited to provide clear, specific feedback that helps authors strengthen their work. In addition to identifying limitations, we encourage reviewers to suggest ways to improve the manuscript. 

Reviews should be written in a collegial tone and grounded in the standards of the field. When appropriate, reviewers are encouraged to recognize the strengths and contributions of the manuscript. 

Please see our ​​JRIPE Reviewer Resources for a detailed guide on reviewing for JRIPE as well as helpful tips on how to conduct a review and how to structure your report (see p. 12). You will find a summary of key points below.  

​​​Review criteria  

In evaluating submissions, reviewers are invited to consider: 

  • Relevance to the journal’s focus on interprofessional practice and education  
  • Clarity of the research question or objective  
  • Appropriateness and rigor of the methodology (if applicable)  
  • Quality and coherence of the analysis or argument  
  • Contribution to advancing knowledge, practice, and learning in interprofessional contexts 
  • Clarity and organization of the writing  

Not all criteria will apply equally to all article types. Reviewers are encouraged to adapt their evaluation accordingly. 

Please see the JRIPE Reviewer Resources document for detailed guidelines. 

Ethical expectations  

Reviewers are expected to treat all manuscripts as confidential documents and not to share or use their content outside the review process. 

Reviews should be conducted objectively and without personal bias. Any potential conflicts of interest should be disclosed, and reviewers should decline assignments where such conflicts may affect their judgment. 

JRIPE is committed to a respectful and inclusive scholarly community. Reviews should avoid dismissive or inappropriate language. 

To protect the intellectual property of submitting authors, JRIPE does not allow reviewers to upload manuscripts under review to any generative artificial intelligence platform.  

How to become a reviewer  

JRIPE welcomes reviewers with expertise in interprofessional practice, education, and related fields. 

If you are interested in reviewing for the journal, please contact the editorial team with a brief description of your areas of expertise and experience. Early-career researchers and practitioners are encouraged to apply.