Freelance Peer Reviewer - Media Studies

Cactus Communications; México; Remote; MXN 2,755,000 - 6,888,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading communications firm in Mexico is seeking a Freelance Peer Reviewer for Media Studies. Candidates must hold a doctorate and have recent publications. Responsibilities include evaluating research manuscripts and providing constructive feedback. Ideal candidates have strong analytical and communication skills, along with prior peer review experience. This entry-level role offers a contract employment type, contributing to the fields of health care, research, and writing.

Qualifications

• At least two publications in the last two years in your field.
• Thorough understanding of research methodologies and ethical principles.
• Prior experience as a peer reviewer for academic journals is highly desirable.
• Strong written communication skills with clear, concise feedback.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to confidentiality and objectivity.

Responsibilities

• Assess whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge.
• Evaluate whether the study design and methods are appropriate.
• Check whether the manuscript incorporates and cites relevant research.
• Evaluate whether the results are presented clearly and the conclusions are supported.
• Provide constructive feedback, suggesting improvements.
• Decide whether the manuscript should be accepted, revised, or rejected.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Time management

Familiarity with manuscript systems

Education

Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree

Tools

Online manuscript submission systems

Job description

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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: 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.
• 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