We are currently looking for Editorial Project Managers on contract with subject-matter expertise across the biomedical sciences.

Job Responsibilities

- Screen submissions (~250-280/month) against a prescribed set of checks including but not limited to:

- Verify manuscript title accuracy and ensure consistency with journal guidelines.
- Cross-check author names, affiliations, and conflict of interest (COI) statements for completeness and accuracy.
- Review abstracts and manuscript structure to ensure they adhere to formatting and submission requirements.
- Validate references for proper formatting, relevance, and completeness.
- Ensure ethical guidelines are met, including plagiarism and data integrity checks.
- Check the accuracy and formatting of figures, tables, and supplementary materials.

- Coordinate with authors as needed (revision requests, article corrections/withdrawals).
- Support day-to-day operational activities independently within the expected TAT (ensuring correct file uploads, author responses address reviewer comments, etc.) and coordination with the relevant stakeholders.
- Document and report quality issues found during the review process.

Qualifications and Prerequisites

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (Publishing, Life Sciences, Medicine, Psychology).




- Strong understanding of manuscript formatting and journal submission guidelines.
- Familiarity with ethical publication standards and best practices.
- High attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience using manuscript submission and tracking systems (preferred).
- Experience in academic publishing, journal editorial processes, or manuscript quality control (preferred).

Advantages of this Role

- Flexibility. You can work from anywhere in India.
- You will have unlimited access to exclusive interviews with industry experts, articles on the latest industry trends, and publication and writing tips on our internal discussion platform.
- You will be exposed to research carried out worldwide and will get an insider’s view of the burgeoning, multi-million-dollar publishing industry.

Application Process

If you have a passion for enhancing research communication and expertise in one or more of our specialized subject areas, join us in making a profound impact on the global academic community. Apply today!

📌 Editorial Project Manager [Contract] (India)
🏢 Cactus Communications
📍 India