Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Academic Quality Assurance Specialist with expertise in reviewing, proofreading, and enhancing academic work, including essays, articles, and dissertations. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to guide and support clients through the process of preparing and publishing academic articles in high-impact journals. This role requires a combination of strong academic editing skills, deep knowledge of academic standards, and a robust understanding of the journal submission and publication process.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Quality Assurance of Academic Work:

- Review and evaluate essays, articles, dissertations, and other academic writings for content accuracy, coherence, grammar, style, and adherence to academic standards.

- Ensure that academic documents meet the highest standards for clarity, structure, and readability.

- Provide comprehensive feedback and suggest improvements on research methodology, argumentation, and academic writing conventions.

2. Support with Journal Publication:

- Assist clients in preparing academic work for submission to peer-reviewed journals, ensuring compliance with journal guidelines and formatting requirements.

- Guide clients through the journal submission process, including choosing suitable journals, submitting manuscripts, and responding to reviewer feedback.

- Ensure that academic work is research-driven, original, and aligns with the expectations of academic journals.

3. Editing and Proofreading:

- Conduct detailed editing and proofreading to improve language quality, remove inconsistencies, and ensure clarity and precision.

- Ensure that citations, references, and footnotes comply with the required academic style (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).

4. Collaborative Engagement:

- Work closely with academic authors, researchers, and students to enhance their work and ensure it is publication-ready.

- Provide constructive feedback and mentorship on how to improve writing for publication in high-impact academic journals.

Qualifications:

- Education: Master’s or PhD in any academic discipline (preferably in the humanities, social sciences, or other research-intensive fields).

- Experience:

- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in academic editing, proofreading, and QA of academic documents.

- Proven experience in guiding or consulting authors through the journal publication process.

- Skills and Knowledge:

- Strong command of English language, with a focus on academic writing and publishing.

- In-depth knowledge of academic writing standards, including citation styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).

- Familiarity with the academic publishing process, including submission, peer review, and post-publication processes.

- Ability to work with various academic disciplines and adapt to different writing styles and formats.

- Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.

- Knowledge of common academic software (e.g., Microsoft Word, LaTeX, EndNote, etc.) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Previous experience publishing in academic journals or assisting authors with publications.

- Familiarity with open-access publishing and emerging trends in academic publishing.

Personal Attributes:

- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

- A passion for academic excellence and research.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- Proactive problem solver, with a high level of initiative.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person