Freelance Peer Reviewer - Media Relations
@ Cactus Communications

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$75,000
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Posted 18 hours ago

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Overview

The Freelance Peer Reviewer - Media Relations role at Cactus Communications involves performing critical peer reviews for academic journals and publishers. Suitable candidates include researchers, retired researchers, or former researchers with advanced degrees.

What You Need to Have

  • Doctorate (PhD/MD) or equivalent advanced degree.
  • At least two publications in the last two years.
  • Thorough understanding of research methodologies and ethics.
  • Excellent analytical, critical thinking and written communication skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and objectivity.
  • Prior experience with academic peer review is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with online manuscript submission and review systems.

What You Will Do

  • Assess the manuscript for originality and novelty.
  • Evaluate study design and research methodology.
  • Review literature citation and relevance.
  • Analyze results and conclusions for clarity and support.
  • Provide detailed, constructive feedback.
  • Recommend publication status based on evaluation.

Key skills/competency

  • Peer review
  • Research methodologies
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Academic writing
  • Time management
  • Ethics
  • Manuscript evaluation
  • Feedback
  • Publication process
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How to Get Hired at Cactus Communications

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  • Customize Resume: Tailor your CV to highlight peer review experience.
  • Highlight Publications: Showcase recent scholarly work and impact.
  • Detail Methodology Skills: Emphasize research and analytical expertise.
  • Meet Deadlines: Demonstrate time management in application.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review latest research methodologies.
Understand manuscript submission systems.
Brush up on ethical principles.
Study evaluation techniques.

Behavioral Questions

Describe your time management approach.
How do you manage feedback?
Explain handling confidential data.
Detail managing tight deadlines.

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