Part Time Journal Editor at SerenaGroup Inc

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

26.5

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Academic Publishing, Peer Review, Editorial Work, Writing, Editing, Critical Appraisal, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Journal Management Systems, Publication Ethics, Attention to Detail, Deadline Management, Professionalism, Discretion, Impartiality

Industry

Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories

Description

Description SerenaGroup Part-Time Journal Editor – Healthcare Salary: $26.50/hour Location: Remote Position Type: Part-Time (25 hours per week) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer About the Role: SerenaGroup is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Journal Editor to oversee the editorial workflow for our peer-reviewed healthcare journal. In this role, you’ll handle everything from screening submissions to coordinating peer review and ensuring the publication of rigorous, evidence-based articles. If you have a background in healthcare, medicine, or biomedical sciences and a passion for advancing clinical knowledge, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Screen and triage incoming manuscripts to assess alignment with our journal’s focus and editorial standards Assign submissions to qualified peer reviewers and oversee a double-blind review process Maintain clear, professional communication with authors, reviewers, and editorial board members Evaluate reviewer reports and decide whether to accept, revise, or reject manuscripts Provide actionable editorial feedback to ensure scientific rigor and clinical relevance Uphold publication ethics, including conflict-of-interest and plagiarism checks Ensure published articles meet evidence-based healthcare standards and regulatory requirements Collaborate with the editorial board on emerging topics and special issues Stay up to date with trends and research in healthcare and medicine Coordinate with copy editors, proofreaders, and production staff to prepare articles for publication. Review proofs and approve final versions Promote the journal through networks, conferences, and digital platforms Build relationships with healthcare professionals, researchers, and organizations to promote quality submissions What We’re Looking For: Experience in academic publishing, peer review, or editorial work (preferred) Strong writing, editing, and critical appraisal skills Excellent organizational and communication abilities Familiarity with journal management systems (e.g., Editorial Manager, ScholarOne) and publication ethics Attributes: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines Professionalism, discretion, and impartiality in editorial decisions How to Apply: Visit www.serenagroups.com, go to our careers page, and click “Apply.” We look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

Responsibilities

The Journal Editor will oversee the editorial workflow for a peer-reviewed healthcare journal, including screening submissions and coordinating peer reviews. They will also ensure the publication of rigorous, evidence-based articles.