Freelance Peer Reviewer - Emergency, Transplant & Urologic Surgery

Cactus Communications; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic publishing company is seeking a Freelance Peer Reviewer for Emergency, Transplant & Urologic Surgery. This role requires a PhD or MD, significant publications, and the ability to deliver concise feedback. The ideal candidate will assess manuscript originality, study design, and results. Prior experience in academic peer review is highly desirable. If you have excellent analytical skills and a commitment to objectivity, this is an exciting opportunity in South Africa.

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

• Evaluate whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge.
• Assess study design and methods for appropriateness and clarity.
• Check whether the manuscript thoroughly incorporates relevant research.
• Evaluate whether the results are presented clearly and appropriately.
• Suggest improvements or highlight any flaws in the manuscript.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Time management

Education

Doctorate (PhD / MD) or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Freelance Peer Reviewer – Emergency, Transplant & Urologic Surgery

We are currently looking for researchers, retired researchers, and former researchers who can perform peer reviews for journals and publishers.

You should be able to disclose your full name and affiliations with the publishers.

What You Need

• 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: Evaluate whether the manuscript is original and adds new knowledge or insights to the field.
• 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.
• Literature Review: Check whether the manuscript thoroughly incorporates and cites relevant, up-to-date research in the field.
• Analyse Results and Conclusions: Evaluate 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: Suggest improvements or 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.