Remote Part-Time Academic Peer Reviewer

Fengkai Group Co., Limited; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 304,000 - 607,000; Part time

Job summary

Fengkai Group Co., Limited is seeking a part-time, long-term peer reviewer to support remote work. The ideal candidate holds a Doctorate PhD and has published multiple SCI/SSCI papers in the past three years, with strong command of research methodologies and ethics.

Responsibilities include assessing novelty, evaluating study design, conducting literature reviews, analyzing results, and providing constructive feedback to editors.

Qualifications

• Doctorate PhD or equivalent advanced degree in the subject area.
• Has published at least 5 papers in SCI / SSCI journals within/during the past Three years
• 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: Evaluate whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge or insights to the field of study.
• Evaluate Study Design and Methodology: Check whether the study design and methods are appropriate, comprehensive, and clearly described to ensure reproducibility.
• Literature Review: Ensure the manuscript thoroughly incorporates and cites relevant, up-to-date research in the field.
• Analyse Results and Conclusions: Determine whether results are presented clearly and appropriately, and whether conclusions are supported by the data and significant to the field.
• Provide Constructive Feedback: Suggest improvements and highlight 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Peer reviewer experience

Manuscript systems

Education

Doctorate PhD

Tools

Manuscript submission systems

Job description

Fengkai Group Co., Limited is seeking a part-time, long-term peer reviewer to support remote work. The ideal candidate holds a Doctorate PhD and has published multiple SCI/SSCI papers in the past three years, with strong command of research methodologies and ethics.

Responsibilities include assessing novelty, evaluating study design, conducting literature reviews, analyzing results, and providing constructive feedback to editors.