Editor, Law (Work-from-home)

Cactus Communications; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cactus Communications is seeking an Editor to assist researchers in publishing their work. The role combines language skills and subject-area expertise in Law, requiring attention to detail and adherence to editorial standards. The position offers flexibility and a predictable workload, contributing to the global academic community.

Benefits

Flexibility to choose working hours

Access to learning platform articles and tips

Insight into global research

Qualifications

• A degree in Law (PhD, Master's, or Bachelor's) is required.
• Familiarity with legal referencing styles like Bluebook and OSCOLA is needed.
• Prior editing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Edit manuscripts to ensure standard scientific English and clarity.
• Adhere to formatting guidelines for target journals.
• Follow subject-specific conventions during editing.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Law

Master's degree in Law

Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

CACTUS provides language editing services to help researchers in their quest for publication. If you find yourself correcting everyone's grammar and like to stay updated on the latest developments in your field of study, this opportunity is just for you.

As an Editor, you will combine your language skills and subject-area expertise to help researchers around the globe publish cutting-edge research in prestigious journals.

Job Responsibilities

• Edit manuscripts such that the final text is in standard scientific English and is free of unclear or unidiomatic sentences
• Adhere to job-specific guidelines and format manuscripts according to the target journal when required
• Ensure that all subject-specific conventions are followed

Qualifications and Prerequisites

• A PhD, Master's or Bachelor's degree in Law
• Familiarity with the legal referencing styles such as Bluebook and OSCOLA
• Excellent English proficiency and attention to detail (prior editing experience would be great)

Benefits of this Role

• Flexibility to decide when you work
• Receive a predictable volume of work each month
• Develop an understanding of the finer points of editing and gain access to articles and tips on our learning and discussion platform
• Get an inside view of research carried out worldwide

Application Process

If you have a passion for enhancing research communication and expertise in one or more of our specialized subject areas, join us in making a profound impact on the global academic community. Apply today!

If you have any questions, we encourage you to explore our FAQs to find the information you are looking for.

Additional Information

If you were associated with us in a similar role in the past, please contact us at [e-mail] before you apply/register.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Legal, Writing/Editing, and Research

• Industries

  Writing and Editing, Research Services, and Marketing Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cactus Communications by 2x

Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

United Kingdom $36,000 - $48,000 2 months ago

Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Southampton, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago

Healthtech Start-up Needs Medical/Health Editors (medical students welcome, link to application form inside) - UNPAID

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.