Freelance Peer Reviewer - Hormonal Disorders

Cactus Communications Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic publishing company is seeking freelance peer reviewers for journals in the field of hormonal disorders. Ideal candidates will hold a doctorate and have publication experience. The role involves assessing the originality of manuscripts, evaluating study methodologies, providing feedback, and making publication recommendations. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This is a contract position and offers flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree in the subject area.
• At least two publications in the last two years in your field.
• Thorough understanding of research methodologies and ethical principles within the relevant discipline.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to provide clear, concise, and constructive feedback.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and objectivity.
• Prior experience as a peer reviewer for academic journals is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with online manuscript submission and review systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess novelty by determining whether the manuscript is original.
• Evaluate study design and methodology for appropriateness and comprehensiveness.
• Check literature review for thorough incorporation and citation of relevant research.
• Analyse results and conclusions for clarity and significance.
• Provide constructive feedback with suggestions for improvements.
• Recommend publication based on evaluation.

Job description

Freelance Peer Reviewer – Hormonal Disorders

We are currently looking for researchers, retired researchers, and former researchers who can perform peer reviews for journals and publishers.
Note: You must be able to disclose your full name and affiliations with the publishers.

Qualifications

• Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree in the subject area.
• At least two publications in the last two years in your field.
• Thorough understanding of research methodologies and ethical principles within the relevant discipline.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to provide clear, concise, and constructive feedback.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and objectivity.
• Prior experience as a peer reviewer for academic journals is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with online manuscript submission and review systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess novelty: Determine whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge to the field.
• Evaluate study design and methodology: Ensure designs and methods are appropriate, comprehensive, and clearly described for reproducibility.
• Check literature review: Verify thorough incorporation and citation of relevant, up-to-date research.
• Analyse results and conclusions: Evaluate whether results are presented clearly, conclusions are supported, and findings are significant.
• Provide constructive feedback: Suggest improvements or highlight any flaws, omissions, or ethical concerns.
• Recommend publication: Based on your evaluation, advise whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected.

Entry level
Contract