Join JAMS User Research Group. Leave Your Mark.

Contribute to JAMS roadmap and shape the future of academic publishing tools. We want to learn from you to improve our product and services.
Why is this important?
Academic publishing is evolving, and we believe that the best way to build effective tools is to listen to the people who use them. Your insights will directly influence how we improve JAMS, ensuring it remains a powerful, user-friendly platform for journal publishers.
What we want to learn
We are interested in understanding your workflow, the challenges you face in scholarly publishing, and the features that would make JAMS more effective for your needs. Whether it’s through surveys, prototype testing, or interviews, your input will guide our roadmap and innovations.
What’s in it for you?
By participating, you’ll get early access to new features, the opportunity to test and influence new tools before they launch, and exclusive rewards such as discounts, special offers, and vouchers as a token of our appreciation.

How does it work

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Sign up and enroll
Fill out our quick form to express your interest in joining the JAMS User Research Program.
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Get contacted
Based on your profile and availability, we’ll reach out when there’s a research opportunity that matches your expertise.
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Take on the study
Participate in research sessions, whether it's a survey, an interview, or hands-on prototype testing.
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Redeem your vouchers
As a thank-you for your valuable input, you’ll receive rewards that you can redeem in different ways.
Participate and Make a Difference
When you join the JAMS User Research Program, you’re not just shaping the future of academic publishing—you’re making a real impact. Your voice, your insights, and your experiences will help refine and enhance the tools that journal editors, researchers, and publishers rely on every day. But beyond improving JAMS, your participation can create a ripple effect that extends far beyond scholarly communication.

As a token of our appreciation, you’ll receive rewards for your contributions. And here’s where it gets even more meaningful: you have the option to turn those rewards into something greater. Instead of redeeming them for yourself, you can choose to donate them to a charity association supported by JAMS.

Imagine the difference you can make—not just in shaping a platform that serves the academic community but also in supporting causes that matter. Whether it’s funding educational initiatives, helping underserved researchers gain access to publishing resources, or contributing to organizations that promote knowledge-sharing, your participation becomes a force for good.

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