Desktop Editor- Peer Review

As a Desk Editor you are the first touchpoint of a newly submitted manuscript (or abstract).

The main role of a Desk Editor is therefore to conduct initial checks to:

• Determine if the manuscript complies with the Editorial Policies and the Aims and Scope of the

specific journal they have submitted under.

• If there is a more suitable journal based on the study criteria and topic, to offer this to the author
• Assess clinical trial papers for adherence to clinical trial guidelines and registration.
• Check whether the study has received the appropriate approval for human and/or animal ethics.
• Assess the paper for English language, related to the understanding of scientific ideas, so that the

best version of the manuscript is sent through to peer review.

• Check the quality of the paper by investigating papers for salami-slicing or redundancy.

Desired Skills:

• Excellent English communication skills for effective interaction with all stakeholders.
• Prior experience in scientific publishing as an Editorial Assistant in any of the Peer review services

(JEO/RSE/RI/Desk transfer editor)

• Publication history of their own would be an added advantage
• A good understanding of publishing workflow/scientific concepts
• A good understanding of best practices in medical research, publication ethics, research integrity

and Clinical trials

• Ability to address complex challenges and identify opportunities for customer support

improvement.

• Strong teamwork abilities for both independent and collaborative work environments.
• Proven capability to manage tasks independently, from coordination to execution and supervision.

Qualifications:

• M.Sc/PhD from any of the Lifesciences/Biotech disciplines
• M.Pharm
• M.Sc., Clinical and Nutrition,

• M.Sc., Dialysis Therapy,
• M.Sc., Echocardiography Technology
• M.Sc., Healthcare Management
• MPH (Master of Public Health)
• MPT (Master of Physiotherapy)
• MHA (Master of Health Administration)
• MMS (Master of Medical Science) in Physician Assistant
• B.Voc. Patient Care Management
• DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice

M.Sc., Medical Laboratory Technology