Job Purpose The Trainee – Peer Review is responsible for supporting the end-to-end peer review process for assigned journals using the SAGE Track system. The role involves initial manuscript checks, assisting reviewers and editors, ensuring accuracy of accepted manuscripts, and supporting the transition of manuscripts into production. The trainee will also help maintain system functionality, troubleshoot issues, and ensure journal sites align with global standards. Key Responsibilities Manuscript Screening & Processing Review submitted manuscripts in SAGE Track to ensure compliance with submission guidelines and readiness for peer review. Assist in inviting, assigning, and supporting reviewers throughout the review workflow. Follow up with editors, associate editors (as applicable), reviewers, and authors to ensure timely completion of tasks. Accepted Manuscript Quality Check Ensure authors complete electronic contributor forms through SAGE Track. Verify required elements of accepted manuscripts, including:
Updated author contact details Editable manuscript files Permissions for copyrighted materials Correct reference formatting (APA, Chicago, ASA, AMA, CSE, etc.) Support the export of accepted manuscripts to the SAGE Production Editor within deadlines. Stakeholder Communication Respond professionally to queries from editors, associate editors, authors, reviewers, and internal SAGE staff. Escalate complex or sensitive issues to the supervisor when necessary. System Management & Troubleshooting Run required reports from SAGE Track. Assist in troubleshooting system-related issues to ensure smooth workflow. Help maintain SAGE Track sites in alignment with global standards and initiatives. Coordinate with US and UK teams as needed for implementing and maintaining sites. Key Accountabilities Productivity & Quality Standards Handle manuscript submissions based on yearly WAP expectations after training is completed. Respond to stakeholder emails within 24 hours (excluding