Scientific Editor - Earth Science (Remote)

About the role

Cactus Communications is looking for editors in its Earth and Environmental Science team to work from home on a contractual basis, renewable by mutual consent. Work is available regularly so that a predictable schedule can be maintained.

Key responsibilities

• Review and edit manuscripts to improve clarity, coherence and readability while preserving the authors' intended meaning.
• Ensure subject-specific terminology, conventions and scientific arguments are accurate and appropriate for the target audience.
• Improve the presentation of complex research findings to make them clearer and more ready for publication.
• Edit manuscripts so the final text meets high academic writing standards, and follow journal-specific guidelines and formats when required.

Required profile

• A Master's or PhD in one of the listed subject areas.
• Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate scientific content and ensure discipline-specific accuracy.
• Excellent written English and attention to detail.
• Prior experience in scientific editing, peer review or academic publishing is an advantage.

Required skills

• Subject expertise in one of: environmental science, atmospheric science, geology, mineralogy, climate science, geophysics, energy, renewable energy, sustainability, waste management, hydrology, meteorology, oceanography, space and planetary science, volcanology, weather studies or climate change.
• Academic writing and manuscript editing.

What we offer

• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the world.
• Unlimited access to exclusive interviews with industry experts, articles on industry trends and writing tips on the internal platform.
• Exposure to research carried out worldwide and insight into the publishing industry.