Editor, Law (Work-from-home)

Cactus Communications Pvt. Ltd.; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in language editing services seeks an Editor to assist researchers in publishing their work. The role demands a keen understanding of legal texts and requires appropriate qualifications. This position offers flexibility, a steady workflow, and opportunities for professional development in academic editing.

Benefits

Flexibility to work at your own schedule

Predictable volume of work each month

Access to learning resources and community from the company

Insight into global research activities

Qualifications

• Familiarity with legal referencing styles such as Bluebook and OSCOLA.
• Prior editing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Edit manuscripts for clarity and adherence to scientific English.
• Follow job-specific guidelines and format manuscripts as needed.
• Ensure compliance with subject-specific conventions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent English proficiency

Education

PhD, Master's or Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

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 anEditor,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.

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, 2021