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The Pennsylvania State University

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Manhattan, NY · Remote

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Review an initial recipe list and manuscript to curate a final collection of approximately 125-150 ... This is a fully remote position. The hourly rate for this role is between $50/hr -$100/hr. This ...

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Miami, FL · Remote

Support proposal development, manuscript review, and scientific reporting activities * Participate ... Remote * Must be willing to relocate if needed. Contact: If you would like to apply for this ...

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Freelance Peer Reviewer: Medicine

Cactus Communications Services Pte. Ltd.

Avenel, NJ • On-site, Remote

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Job Description

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.


Job Responsibilities

  • 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.

Qualifications and Prerequisites

  • Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree in one of the subject areas listed below.
  • At least two publications in the last two years in your subject area.
  • 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.

Subject Areas: Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Clinical Oncology, Molecular Oncology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory Medicine, Reproductive Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surgery, Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Haematology, Rheumatology, Renal Medicine, Nephrology, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Bone and Muscle Medicine


Benefits of this Role

  • 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 and publication and writing tips on our learning and discussion platform.

Application Process

If you are among the qualified candidates, one of our recruiters will contact you on email with further details.


About CACTUS

Established in 2002, Cactus Communications (cactusglobal.com) is a leading technology company that specializes in expert services and AI-driven products which improve how research gets funded, published, communicated, and discovered. Its flagship brand Editage offers a comprehensive suite of researcher solutions, including expert services and cutting-edge AI products like Mind the Graph, Paperpal, and R Discovery. With offices in Princeton, London, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, Tokyo, and Mumbai and a global workforce of over 3,000 experts, CACTUS is a pioneer in workplace best practices and has been consistently recognized as a great place to work.


Awards and Recognition

  • Employers of the Future, 2024
  • Excellence in Employer Branding (Gold), 2024
  • ISO 17100 certification for translation services, 2024
  • Future of Workplace Disruptor, 2023
  • Top 100 Companies for Remote Jobs (Ranked #14), 2023
  • Three-star “Eruboshi” certification, 2023
  • India’s Best Workplaces™ for Women (Top 100), 2022
  • Quartz’s Best Companies for Remote Workers, 2022
  • HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia, 2022
Qualifications:
  • Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree in one of the subject areas listed below.
  • At least two publications in the last two years in your subject area.
  • 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.

Subject Areas: Anaesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Clinical Oncology, Molecular Oncology, Gastroenterology, Respiratory Medicine, Reproductive Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surgery, Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Haematology, Rheumatology, Renal Medicine, Nephrology, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Bone and Muscle Medicine

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