Editorial Assistant

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Editorial Assistant to to review academic manuscripts submitted to a prestigious journal. The role involves performing a comprehensive set of checks to ensure compliance with journal requirements, adherence to publication standards, and overall quality before the peer-review or publication stage. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Verify manuscript title accuracy and ensure consistency with journal guidelines. Cross-check author names, affiliations, and conflict of interest (COI) statements for completeness and accuracy. Review abstracts and manuscript structure to ensure they adhere to formatting and submission requirements. Validate references for proper formatting, relevance, and completeness. Ensure ethical guidelines are met, including plagiarism and data integrity checks. Check the accuracy and formatting of figures, tables, and supplementary materials. Collaborate with editorial teams to resolve inconsistencies or missing information. Document and report quality issues found during the review process. Qualifications and Prerequisites Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (Publishing, Life Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, Psychology). Strong understanding of manuscript formatting and journal submission guidelines. Familiarity with ethical publication standards and best practices. High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience using manuscript submission and tracking systems. Experience in academic publishing, journal editorial processes, or manuscript quality control. Benefits of this Role Opportunity to work with a prestigious publisher. Opportunity to contribute to high-quality academic publishing. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Exposure to cutting-edge research across various disciplines.

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