Freelance Peer Reviewer - Digital Media

Freelance Peer Reviewer - Digital Media

Cactus Communications is seeking experienced researchers, retired researchers, and former researchers for freelance peer review assignments with journals and 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
• Thorough understanding of research methodologies and ethical principles
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong written communication skills for 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 is highly desirable
• Familiarity with online manuscript submission and review systems

What You Will Do

• Assess Novelty: Determine if the manuscript is original and contributes new insights
• Evaluate Study Design and Methodology: Analyze study design for appropriateness and reproducibility
• Literature Review: Ensure the manuscript incorporates and cites relevant, current research
• Analyse Results and Conclusions: Verify clarity of results and data-supported conclusions
• Providing Constructive Feedback: Offer constructive suggestions and identify any issues
• Recommend Publication: Help guide decisions on manuscript acceptance, revision, or rejection

Key skills/competency

• Peer review
• Research methodologies
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking
• Written communication
• Ethics
• Manuscript review
• Publication process
• Time management
• Confidentiality