Senior Peer Reviewer, Behavioral & Cognitive Neuroscience

Cactus Communications; United States; Remote; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Cactus Communications is seeking researchers and retired researchers for peer review roles. Ideal candidates should possess a Doctorate and have published within the last two years. Responsibilities include assessing manuscripts for originality, evaluating study methodologies, and providing constructive feedback. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and written communication skills are essential. Prior peer review experience is highly desirable. This is a remote position within the United States.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge.
• Evaluate study design and methodology ensuring reproducibility.
• Check whether the manuscript cites relevant, up-to-date research.
• Evaluate clarity of results and whether conclusions are data-supported.
• Provide constructive feedback with suggestions for improvements.
• Decide on recommendation of acceptance, revision, or rejection.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Time management

Education

Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent

Job description

Cactus Communications is seeking researchers and retired researchers for peer review roles. Ideal candidates should possess a Doctorate and have published within the last two years. Responsibilities include assessing manuscripts for originality, evaluating study methodologies, and providing constructive feedback. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and written communication skills are essential. Prior peer review experience is highly desirable. This is a remote position within the United States.