Freelance Peer Reviewer - Social Networks and Digital Media

Overview

The role at Cactus Communications seeks researchers, retired researchers, and former researchers to perform peer reviews for journals and publishers. Candidates must be able to disclose their full name and affiliations with the 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 in your field
• Thorough understanding of research methodologies and ethical principles
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong written communication skills and ability to provide clear, concise, constructive feedback
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and manage time effectively
• Commitment to 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: Determine if the manuscript is original and adds new insight
• Evaluate Study Design and Methodology: Ensure study methods are comprehensive and reproducible
• Literature Review: Verify inclusion of relevant, up-to-date research
• Analyse Results and Conclusions: Check clarity and support of presented data
• Providing Constructive Feedback: Suggest improvements and address ethical concerns
• Recommend Publication: Assist editors in making acceptance, revision, or rejection decisions

Key skills/competency

Peer review, research methodology, academic writing, analytical skills, ethical review, manuscript evaluation, literary analysis, constructive feedback, time management, online submission systems