Overview
We are currently looking for researchers, retired researchers, and former researchers who can perform peer reviews for journals and publishers.
Note: You should be able to disclose your full name and affiliations with the publishers.
What You Need to Have
- 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.
What You Will Do
- Assess Novelty: Assess whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge or insights to the field of study.
- Evaluate Study Design and Methodology: Assess whether the study design and methods are appropriate, comprehensive, and clearly described to ensure that the research can be accurately reproduced in the future.
- Literature Review: Check whether the manuscript thoroughly incorporates and cites relevant, up-to-date research in the field.
- Analyse Results and Conclusions: Evaluate whether the results are presented clearly and appropriately, and whether the conclusions are supported by the data and significant to the field.
- Provide Constructive Feedback: Provide constructive feedback, suggesting improvements or highlighting any flaws, omissions, or ethical concerns.
- Recommend Publication: Based on your evaluation, the journal editor will decide whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Contract
Job function
- Health Care Provider, Research, and Writing/Editing
Industries
- IT Services and IT Consulting, Research Services, and Writing and Editing
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