Desktop Editor- ASME

As a Desk Editor you are the first touchpoint of a newly submitted manuscript (or abstract).

The main role of a Desk Editor is therefore to conduct initial checks to:

• Determine if the manuscript complies with the Editorial Policies and the Aims and Scope of the

specific journal they have submitted under.

• If there is a more suitable journal based on the study criteria and topic, to offer this to the author

• Assess clinical trial papers for adherence to clinical trial guidelines and registration.

• Check whether the study has received the appropriate approval for human and/or animal ethics.

• Assess the paper for English language, related to the understanding of scientific ideas, so that the

best version of the manuscript is sent through to peer review.

• Check the quality of the paper by investigating papers for salami-slicing or redundancy.

• Role & responsibilities

Desired Skills:

• Excellent English communication skills for effective interaction with all stakeholders.
• Prior experience in scientific publishing as an Editorial Assistant in any of the Peer review services

(JEO/RSE/RI/Desk transfer editor)

• Publication history of their own would be an added advantage
• A good understanding of publishing workflow/scientific concepts
• A good understanding of best practices in medical research, publication ethics, research integrity

and Clinical trials

• Ability to address complex challenges and identify opportunities for customer support

improvement.

• Strong teamwork abilities for both independent and collaborative work environments.
• Proven capability to manage tasks independently, from coordination to execution and supervision.

Work Location - Chennai

Interested candidates please share your updated cv at bhoomika.banerjee@mpslimited.com