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Dr. Aparna R.

Freelance science writer with 8+ years of experience in Immunology, Oncology, manuscript preparation, scientific editing
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PhD
Canada

I hold a Ph.D. in Immunology from a leading university in the United States, and my expertise is in tumor immunology, cell biology, and genetic...

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Dr. Nischal P.

Experienced healthcare professional and Medical Communications Specialist
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Ph.D.
India

I am Dr. Nischal P.M., an accomplished healthcare professional with over 22 years of experience in the field. For the past 9 years, I have ded...

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Dr. Barbara B.

Freelance Scientific writer, medical researcher and data analyst |Expert in SAS
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Phd in Public Health
Botswana

I holds a Bachelors’ degree in Human Medicine and Surgery, a Masters’ Degree and Doctorate in Public Health. I am research fellow at Harvard Un...

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Dr. Arianna F.

Medical writer | Experienced biomedical scientist | Enthusiastic science communicator
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PhD in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
United Kingdom

Hello! My name is Dr Arianna Ferrini and I am a medical and scientific writer. My science qualifications: - PhD in Clinical Research Medicine ...

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Dr. Dorian R.

Biomedical Research Consultant
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Ph.D., Pharmacology
United States

- Translational cell biology and neuroimmunology strategy, planning, and analysis - Designing research strategy for NIH and NSF grants: over $3...

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Dr. Nohely A.

Medical writer, experienced biomedical scientist, and enthusiastic science communicator
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Ph.D. Molecular Neuroscience
United States

Dedicated and highly motivated biomedical scientist with medical writing experience. I have about 8 years of biomedical research experience. As...

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Dr. Polina V.

Biostatistics, Bioinfo, Scientific Translation, Scientific Writing, Science Communication, 14+ years in academia
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Master of Biology
Belgium

As a highly qualified and experienced scientist, I am able to offer a range of freelance services that draw upon my extensive knowledge and exp...

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Dr. Maartje W.

Experienced Medical and Science Writer and Editor - Specialized in Oncology, Immunology, Gynecology, and Healthy aging
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USD 135/hr
PhD
Canada

I am a freelance medical and science writer with over 10 years of biomedical research and medical writing experience in oncology, immunology, a...

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Dr. Jodi B.

Science and Medical Writer/Editor [PhD MPH RD] - Manuscripts, Abstracts, Grants
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USD 120/hr
PhD Nutritional Sciences
Canada

I provide assistance with manuscript or grant writing, English-language editing, and scientific reviewing for academics, medical device compani...

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Dr. Eugene S.

Freelance Academia Research Writer, Data Analyst, Creative Writer, and Medical Writer with over 10 years experience.
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USD 30/hr
Masters of Science
United States

Am an academic research and content writer with over 13 years experience and capable of handling various topic and subjects, and delivering hig...

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Dr. Ryan M.

Molecular Biology, Immunology, and Oncology Research Expert with Extensive Science Writing and Editing Experience
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PhD | Immunogy
United States

With a PhD in Immunology from Yale University and Postdoctoral experience at Novartis in the Oncology department, I am well-equipped to conduct...

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Dr. Stephen H.

Sensor Developer | PhD | MEMS | Scientist/Engineer with 20+ years of engineering and R&D experience
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PhD - Electrical Engineering
United States

I have over 20 years of engineering and research and development experience in sensors, instrumentation, and MEMS including physical modeling, ...

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Dr. Daniela B.

Medical & Science writer | 10+ years of experience in Biomedical research
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
France

Hello, My name is Daniela, and I am a PhD-trained biomedical scientist and medical & science writer. For the last 10+ years, I acquired re...

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Dr. Zsolt M.

R&D Scientist, Technical Team Leader, Scientific Writer | PVD Thin Film Technology Engineer | Systems/Test Engineeri...
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PhD in Materials Science and Engineering
Thailand

Thin film engineer with 20 years of experience with focus on PVD techniques, epitaxial growth, thin film characterization...and microfabrication; Technical Team Lead, Scientific Writer (author of winning proposals, scientific publications...

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Dr. Khoa N.

Life Sciences Expert with 15-Year Experience in Immunology, Metabolism, Neuroscience, and Biotech Entrepreuneuship
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PhD in Immunology
Vietnam

Dr. Nguyen is currently available for scientific consulting (technical due diligence, biotech startup strategy, preclinical study design, etc.)...

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Dr. Dr. Qurrat U.

Bioengineer, Nanomedicine Scientist, Pharmacist, Sci_Communicator
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PhD Bioengineering
Canada

I am a Pharmacist and Bioengineer with years of experimental research experience, specialized in nanomedicine, non-viral vehicles for gene ther...

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Dr. Jane F.

Social Scientist | Communications Consultant | Writer + Editor | Environmental + Social Justice
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MA Environment, Development and Policy
Ireland

Social scientist interested in human-nature relations, biodiversity conservation, climate change and environmental conflicts. Background in pr...

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Dr. Zsolt Gabor V.

Cell and Developmental Biology - Scientific Writer and Data Analyst
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PhD
Hungary

I am an experienced scientific writer in the field of cell and developmental biology. I can contribute to proposed and running research project...

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Dr. Robert R G.

Founder at Rogue Biotechnology
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Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Brazil

Ph.D. level Biochemist and Molecular biologist During his graduate and postgraduate studies, Dr. Geyer investigated membrane protein structure...

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Dr. Muhammad Usman Y.

Scientific Researcher with a PhD in Computer Science. Expertise in development,writing and publishing scientific papers.
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Ph.D- Computer Science
Pakistan

Experienced researcher with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, M...

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Dr. Nare S.

More than 10 years of experience as Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Medical and Scientific Writer, Clinical Trial Consult
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PhD in Pharmacy
Armenia

My science qualification is Ph.D. in pharmaceutical science. My writing qualifications: - Writing in the Sciences Certificate (Stanford Univers...

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Dr. Luisa C.

Postdoctoral researcher. Kolabtree scientific consultant.
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PhD in Applied Physics
Argentina

Passionate about knowledge and innovation. I have more than 6 years of experience in experimental and applied physics, with a solid background ...

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Dr. Nicolás B.

Physics Researcher and Professor | Enthusiast of science and scientific communication
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PhD in Physics
Argentina

Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering, National University of Litoral, Argentina. Fe...

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Dr. Imtiaz A.

Reaction kinetics and thermodynamics expert
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Mécanique des fluides, Energétique, Procédés
Saudi Arabia

Dr. Imtiaz Ali is working as Professor (Associate) at King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. He has published many peer-reviewed research art...

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Dr. Ilana G.

Medical and Scientific Writer with Broad Research and Writing Experience
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PhD - Chemical Biology
United States

I have over 7 years of experience as a medical and scientific writer. I hold a PhD in Chemical Biology from Harvard University, and since compl...

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Who Is a Scientific Editor?

A scientific editor is someone who has a strong background in science and equally adept at writing and editing. They use their skills in order to help ensure that scientific material published in magazines and journals adhere to the appropriate rules and guidelines, such as AMA, APA etc This also includes ensuring that the language used is appropriate, and that the information and facts provided in the reviewed article are scientifically accurate. 

What Does a Scientific Editor Do?

A scientific editor’s main responsibility is to perform the dual role of a scientific content or copy editor as well as a scientific domain expert, in order to ensure that any scientific article published in a journal, magazine or manuscript is both grammatically correct as well as scientifically accurate.  This is a diverse job, and encompasses several different duties such as,

  • Proofreading, editing and refining the tone and language of the article
  • Assessing the science mentioned in the article and making changes if necessary
  • Critically assessing the article and making recommendations.
  • Ensuring the article adheres to editorial guidelines, standards and policies.
  • Identify and recommend topics for the journal or magazine to commission new topics around.

Apart from these, scientific content and copy editors need to keep themselves updated with industry guidelines, and periodically establish these standards for the writers they collaborate with. They also need to set the tone and narrative of the magazine they work with, which includes deciding the topics of discussion and providing literature references for these topics.

Qualifications for a Scientific Editor

Scientific editors typically have a bachelor’s degree in a particular discipline of science, alongside a minor in either media writing, english or journalism. The latter is particularly important for scientific content and copy editors, in terms of equipping themselves with the skills needed to proofread and edit an article or manuscript effectively.

Scientific journal editors may also equip themselves with additional skills that can help enhance their all-round game within the publishing industry, such as 

  • Publishing techniques and editing skills.
  • Graphic designing and computer software. 
  • Communication skills, both verbal and written.

This helps editors for scientific journals offer a diverse range of skills to their organization, complementing their scientific knowledge effectively.

Eventually. scientific editors may also choose to pursue a masters or a PhD. This tops up their extensive writing and editing experience, and provides them with a niche knowledge of the particular field they operate in.

Benefits of Hiring Freelance Scientific Editors

Whilst bigger organizations work with in-house scientific editors and proofreaders, this might not be economically feasible for smaller organizations. Here’s where freelancers who offer scientific proofreading services or manuscript editing services come in handy,

With most scientific publications requiring scientific journal editors on-demand and on a flexible basis, freelancers can offer multiple benefits, such as

  • Cost-effective scientific editing skills on a pay-as-you-go basis.
  • Time-effective collaboration, as these scientific editors can be hired as and when the demand arises
  • Wider range of options, with most freelance networks typically hosting a large number of independent freelance scientific editors and proofreaders.

Companies can build up a pipeline of these on-demand scientific editing experts by accessing them via freelance platforms, helping them avail the best scientific editing and proofreading services at reasonable rates, and churn out a regular stream of high-quality scientific articles for their audience. 

Cost of Hiring a Scientific Editor

The cost involved in hiring a scientific editor varies according to the exact requirements of the project. A scientific content editor or copy editor, for instance, will quote different prices compared to someone offering scientific manuscript editing services or journal services.

On average, freelance scientific editors are less expensive than in-house ones, especially since onboarding charges, employee benefits and other hiring costs can be eliminated.

A qualified scientific editor charges upwards of $100/hour up to $25-300, based on the exact skillset required. If the expert is charging by the word, expect to pay around $5 for 1000 words of proofreading, writing and editing.

Freelance scientific editors on Kolabtree are available for as low as $35 per hour, going all the way up to $150 - $200/hour. This varies according to their expertise, years of experience and project scope. 

How to Post a Project to Hire Scientific Editors

Before posting a project, spend some time to consider the following factors

  • The precise nature and scope of the project, and the niche skills required
  • The budget and duration of the proposed project
  • The experience you want the scientific editor to possess

Now, post a project on freelance platforms like Kolabtree, and use the factors mentioned above to shortlist experts successfully. Mentioning the exact skills and experience required will help you avoid irrelevant proposals and make sure you attract bids from scientific editors matching your niche requirements.