Peer-Review Assistant (PRA)          

Why This Role Matters
The Journal Editorial Executive plays a crucial role in maintaining the quality, integrity, and efficiency of the peer review process in open access publishing. By managing manuscript workflows, coordinating with editors and reviewers, and ensuring publication ethics compliance, this role directly supports timely and ethical dissemination of scientific research.

Job Description
The organization is hiring a Journal Editorial Executive to manage the end-to-end peer review workflow for open access journal submissions. The role involves manuscript screening, reviewer coordination, publication ethics compliance, and handling editorial system operations. This is a full-time, work-from-office position based in KPHB Colony Phase 1.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Journal Editorial Executive
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Mode: Work From Office Only
• Location: KPHB Colony Phase 1
• Monthly Salary: ₹23,000 – ₹25,000
• Interview Mode: In-person (Shortlisted candidates only)

Responsibilities
• Manage the end-to-end peer review process for open access journal submissions
• Perform initial manuscript checks (formatting, completeness, plagiarism, scope suitability)
• Assign editors and invite qualified reviewers based on subject expertise
• Track review timelines and send reminders for timely completion
• Maintain clear communication with authors, reviewers, and editors regarding manuscript status
• Ensure compliance with publication ethics, conflict of interest policies, and research integrity standards
• Support open access requirements such as APC verification and licensing documentation
• Efficiently use editorial management systems (ScholarOne / Editorial Manager)
• Maintain confidentiality, accuracy, and strong time management throughout the workflow

Required Qualifications
• Good understanding of academic publishing and peer review processes
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Educational Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Medicine, English, or a related field

Experience and Skills
• Familiarity with editorial management systems (ScholarOne / Editorial Manager preferred)
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Attention to detail in manuscript screening and documentation
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders professionally
• Knowledge of publication ethics and open access policies

Salary Insights
Monthly salary ranges between ₹20,000 and ₹25,000, based on suitability and interview performance.

Company Overview
The organization operates in the academic publishing domain, managing open access journals and supporting peer-reviewed scientific publications. The company emphasizes ethical publishing practices, timely manuscript processing, and high editorial standards.

FAQs

Q1. Is this a work-from-home role?
No, this is strictly a work-from-office position.

Q2. What is the interview process?
Shortlisted candidates must attend an in-person interview at KPHB Colony Phase 1.

Q3. What qualification is required?
A Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Medicine, English, or a related field.

Q4. Is prior publishing experience mandatory?
Understanding of academic publishing and peer review is required; prior experience is preferred.

Q5. How to apply?
Share your updated resume along with:

1. Current monthly salary

2. Notice period

3. Current location

Application Tips
• Highlight any experience in academic publishing or journal coordination
• Mention familiarity with ScholarOne or Editorial Manager systems
• Showcase strong English communication skills
• Emphasize experience in plagiarism checks and manuscript screening
• Clearly provide salary, notice period, and location details in your application