Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd. is hiring for the position of Desktop Editor – Peer Review in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role involves initial manuscript screening, editorial compliance checks, clinical trial guideline assessment, publication ethics, and evaluating scientific content before it proceeds to peer review.
The position is suitable for candidates with relevant postgraduate qualifications in life sciences, pharmacy, biotechnology, public health, and other listed healthcare disciplines.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd. |
| Job Title | Desktop Editor – Peer Review |
| Location | Dehradun, Uttarakhand |
| Experience | 0–1 years |
| Salary | ₹2–2.25 LPA |
| Openings | 1 |
| Employment Type | Full-time, Permanent |
| Industry | Printing & Publishing |
| Department | Content, Editorial & Journalism |
| Role Category | Editing (Print / Online / Electronic) |
Positions Available
Desktop Editor – Peer Review: 1 opening.
Roles and Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be responsible for:
- Reviewing newly submitted manuscripts and abstracts for compliance with journal editorial policies, aims, and scope.
- Identifying more suitable journals for manuscripts based on the study topic and criteria.
- Assessing clinical trial papers for compliance with relevant guidelines and registration requirements.
- Checking whether appropriate human and animal ethics approvals have been obtained.
- Evaluating English language quality to ensure scientific ideas are clearly communicated before peer review.
- Identifying salami-slicing, redundant publications, and other concerns affecting manuscript quality.
- Supporting editorial workflows and addressing challenges related to stakeholder communication and customer support improvement.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates must hold a relevant qualification from the disciplines listed below:
- M.Sc. or PhD in Life Sciences or related disciplines.
- M.Pharm.
- M.Sc. in Clinical and Nutrition.
- M.Sc. in Dialysis Therapy.
- M.Sc. in Echocardiography Technology.
- M.Sc. in Healthcare Management.
- Master of Public Health (MPH).
- Master of Physiotherapy (MPT).
- Master of Health Administration (MHA).
- MMS in Physician Assistant.
- B.Voc. in Patient Care Management.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
- M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Required Skills and Experience
Candidates should have the following skills and knowledge:
- Excellent English communication skills for interacting with stakeholders.
- Understanding of scientific publishing workflows and scientific concepts.
- Knowledge of publication ethics, research integrity, medical research best practices, and clinical trials.
- Ability to assess manuscripts for editorial compliance and scientific quality.
- Strong teamwork and independent task-management abilities.
- Ability to coordinate tasks through execution and supervision.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify opportunities to improve customer support.
Prior experience as an Editorial Assistant in peer-review services, including JEO, RSE, RI, or Desk Transfer Editor roles, is preferred. A personal publication history is an added advantage.
