Proofreading By A UK PhD is looking for an experienced Academic Consultant to join our team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will provide personalized research mentorship, assist with manuscript refinement, and guide clients through the journal publication process. This remote role offers a competitive monthly remuneration starting from Rs50,000. The ideal applicant will have a strong academic background and proven expertise in navigating international peer-reviewed publishing standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver one-on-one research mentorship tailored to individual academic needs.
- Assist clients in refining manuscripts to meet high standards of academic writing.
- Support authors in preparing submissions for journals indexed in reputable databases.
- Provide guidance on publication strategies and peer-review protocols.
- Collaborate remotely with clients to ensure timely and effective consultancy services.
Required Qualifications:
- A Master’s or PhD degree in Policy Studies, Political Science, or a closely related field.
- Proven publication record as the first author of at least one article indexed in Scopus or Web of Science (WoS).
- Exceptional command of formal academic English and a thorough understanding of international peer-review submission procedures.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- First-author publications in Q1 or Q2 high-impact journals are highly desirable.
- Proficiency in quantitative research tools such as IBM SPSS, SmartPLS, or AMOS.
- Experience with qualitative research software including NVivo, ATLAS.ti, or thematic coding methods.
- Familiarity with programming or computational tools like Python, R, or Deep Learning techniques is an added advantage.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit the following documents together:
- An updated CV or resume highlighting supervision and consultancy experience.
- A comprehensive list of publications including journal DOIs, along with postgraduate thesis titles.
- A link to the Google Scholar profile or a primary indexed publication for verification purposes.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the recruitment process. This position offers the flexibility of remote work and an opportunity to contribute to academic excellence by supporting researchers in their publication journey.