Freelance Peer Reviewer - Coastal and Hydraulic Engineering

About the Freelance Peer Reviewer Role at Cactus Communications

Cactus Communications is actively seeking experienced researchers, retired academics, and former researchers to join our team as a Freelance Peer Reviewer - Coastal and Hydraulic Engineering. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for providing expert peer review services for various journals and publishers, ensuring the quality and integrity of academic research.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess Novelty: Evaluate manuscripts for originality and their contribution of new knowledge to the field.
• Evaluate Study Design and Methodology: Critically assess the appropriateness, comprehensiveness, and clarity of study designs and methods to ensure reproducibility.
• Literature Review: Verify that manuscripts thoroughly incorporate and cite relevant, up-to-date research.
• Analyze Results and Conclusions: Examine the clarity of results presentation and confirm that conclusions are supported by data and significant to the field.
• Provide Constructive Feedback: Offer insightful and actionable feedback, identifying flaws, omissions, or ethical concerns.
• Recommend Publication: Your evaluation will guide journal editors in their decision regarding manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree in Coastal and Hydraulic Engineering or a related subject area.
• At least two publications in your field within the last two years.
• Profound understanding of research methodologies and ethical principles relevant to the discipline.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong written communication skills for delivering clear, concise, and constructive feedback.
• Proven ability to adhere to deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Unwavering 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.

Specializations Required

This role requires expertise in specific sub-domains within Coastal and Hydraulic Engineering, including:

Coastal and Marine Engineering

• Coastal Hydrodynamics
• Shoreline Protection
• Port and Harbor Engineering
• Marine Structures
• Coastal Erosion and Sediment Transport
• Offshore Infrastructure
• Coastal Resilience

Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering

• Hydraulic Modelling
• Open Channel and Pipe Flow
• Stormwater and Drainage Systems
• River Engineering
• Dam and Spillway Design
• Flood Risk Assessment
• Urban Water Infrastructure

Important Note

Candidates must be able to disclose their full name and affiliations with publishers as required.

Key skills/competency

• Peer Review
• Coastal Engineering
• Hydraulic Engineering
• Research Methodology
• Academic Publishing
• Critical Analysis
• Scientific Writing
• Ethical Review
• Time Management
• Confidentiality