Overview
Freelance Peer Reviewer: Media and Communication — Cactus Communications
We are currently looking for researchers, retired researchers, and former researchers who can perform peer reviews for journals and publishers. You should be able to disclose your full name and affiliations with the publishers.
WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE
- Doctorate (PhD) or equivalent advanced degree in the specialized subject area
- At least two publications in the last two years in your subject area
- Minimum 8 publications overall within the last 10 years (primarily in English)
- 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: Evaluates whether the results are presented clearly and appropriately, and whether the conclusions are supported by the data and significant to the field
- Providing Constructive Feedback: Provide constructive feedback, suggesting improvements or highlighting any flaws, omissions, or ethical concerns
- Recommending Publication: Based on your evaluation, the journal editor will decide whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected
WHY THIS IS A OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY
- Flexibility. You can telecommute from anywhere. You will also have the flexibility to keep your own work hours as long as you meet the deadlines
- You are at liberty to take up work outside CACTUS
- You will have access to articles on the latest industry trends, publications, and writing tips on our learning and discussion platforms.
Job details
- Seniority level: Not Applicable
- Employment type: Part-time
- Job function: Research
- Industries: Research Services
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📌 Freelance Peer Reviewer: Media and Communication
🏢 Cactus Communications
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