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Dr. Katherine B.

Neuroscientist & Neuroethicist | Spec. in Stem Cell Tech for Anxiety Disorders. Science writer, reviewer, & cons...
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Research Masters in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience, spec. Fundamental Neuroscience
Netherlands

Experienced Freelance Science Columnist with a demonstrated history of working in the Research and Education field....Skilled in Bioinformatics, Public Speaking, Communication Training, Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience...

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Dr. Lauren K.

Writer & Consultant in Genetics & Molecular Biology
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PhD in Genetics & Molecular Medicine
United Kingdom

I have obtained an MSci and PhD in Genetics and Molecular Biology. I have 6 years experience in academic research with projects focused on deve...

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Dr. Debashish S.

Freelance scientific writer, editor and consultant. Cancer Biology Expert ● Stem Cell Biology ● Circulating Tumor Cell
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PhD
United States

A motivated research scientist with 9 years of R&D experience in studying cancer risk factor, cancer development, progression and metas...

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Dr. Fabiana G.

Freelance medical, science writer, scientific consulting / Expert in neuroscience and physiology.
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PhD in Physiological Sciences
Brazil

-Pharmacist with a doctoral degree in Physiology, postdoctoral training in Neuroencrinology and Neuropsychopharmacology, and 50+ manuscripts pu...

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Dr. Karel P.

An executive with 40 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, now focusing on precision drugs.
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D. Phil.
United Kingdom

NangioTx – Newark, New Jersey (remote) (Jan 2016 – July 2023) Chief Scientific Officer Matrx Pharmaceuticals, New York, NY (remote) (June 2...

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Dr. Anna Grazia R.

PhD, PharmD. Freelance Scientific Editor/Medical Writer with over 20+ years of experience in basic and clinical research
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BSc
Canada

Molecular biology, oncology diagnostics, clinical research

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Dr. Adam K.

Ph.D. in Electronics Engineering| Proofreader and Editor | 12 years experience
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PhD
Pakistan

With my extensive knowledge of electronic engineering and proficient editing abilities, I offer thorough proofreading and editing services. I p...

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Dr. Corentin G.

Associate Prof in a Parisian University | 20+ papers in Medical & Psychological journals | Expert in R, Python, CSS ...
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PhD in Neuropsychology
France

Current position. I am an Associate Professor in Neuropsychology at Paris Nanterre University (FR) and a visiting senior researcher at Southamp...

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Dr. MUHAMMAD HAYDER B.

Molecular biologist, Plant scientist and Scientific writer
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PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Pakistan

A versatile molecular biologist and plant scientist. My research history/interest falls within a wide range of agriculture and plant science li...

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Dr. Utsarga A.

Scientist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Medical School with 9+ years of biomedical research experience
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PhD
United States

As a Scientist at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, I lead and manage pre-clinical R&D projects aimed at identifying novel therapeutic stra...

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Dr. Aaron S.

Experienced geneticist, statistician, bioinformatician, and company Director
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PhD human genetics
New Zealand

I am a scientific Researcher with a PhD in genetics, a Postgraduate Diploma in Microbiology, and a BSc endorsed in Biosecurity. I am a Senior L...

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Dr. Sydney W.

Scientific Editor and Writer with 6+ years of experience in academic research (genetics, molecular biology, oncology)
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Molecular and Cell Biology & Genetics Ph.D. Student
United States

I hold a Master's in Molecular and Cell Biology & Genetics with expertise in genetics, epigenetics, oncology, and molecular/cell bi...

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Dr. Harshad P.

Cytology, Genetics, Taxonomy, Authentication of Plants, Ethanobotany Freelance
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Ph.D. Science in Botany
India

Plant cytogenetics, Plant taxonomy, Authentication of plants or part of plant, anatomy, histology, ethanobotany My area of interest is Genetics...

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Dr. Sanjana K.

Freelance Science Editor (Life Sciences)
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Writing in the Sciences (Online Certification Course - Accomplished with distinction)
India

- An experienced biologist with a PhD in Comparative Genomics - Three years of experience working as a science editor - Experienced in substa...

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Dr. Kimberley L.

Freelance Scientific Writer and Editor | Expert in Scientific Research with 5+ years of experience
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Ph.D.
United States

I am a Microbiologist by training who enjoys scouring scientific literature for new information and arranging it into clear and concise summari...

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Dr. Lishu H.

Aspiring scientist in tumor biology with extensive writing and editing experience
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Bachelor of Science
United States

I am currently a third-year Ph.D. student pursuing a degree in Pharmacology & Toxicology. My studies focus on epigenomic-based pharmaco...

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Dr. Dioli Ann P.

Marine Scientist, Scientific Writer, Researcher and Editor (MSc Ecological Marine Management, PhD Biology)
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PhD Biology
Philippines

My background is in marine biodiversity research and conservation. I received my training in research and scientific writing at Ghent Universit...

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Dr. Mahmoud F.

Freelancer neuroscientist | Expert in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine | Stem Cells Researcher
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MBA-Healthcare Management
United States

Dr. Farrag is a medical doctor with a Ph.D. in Integrated Bioscience from the University of Akron. His Ph.D. research focused on the engineerin...

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Dr. Toyosi A.

Freelance Data Scientist & Industrial Engineer | Expert in Python and R
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Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
United States

A highly motivated data scientist/researcher with a PhD degree in Industrial engineering and a minor in Statistics. I have 5+ years of experien...

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Dr. Susan T.

Biologist | Data analytics, science writing, science policy, science education, and project implementation
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Ph.D, Ecology, Evolution, Behavior
United States

I am broadly interested in the research, policymaking, and conservation of biodiversity in Southeast Asia, covering a range of topics including...

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Dr. Noohi N.

Manuscripts and Thesis Reviewing, Editing and proofreading, Plant Biotechnology, GC-MS, Molecular Biology
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PhD in Biotechnology
India

Experienced in Reviewing research and review articles including book chapters. Well-versed with plant molecular biology techniques and phytoche...

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Dr. Kenneth O.

Researcher, writer, educationist, development programme design and management expert
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Nigeria

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Dr. Jeya Maheshwari J.

Biotechnology researcher with 10+ years of experience | Expert in Proteomics | Experienced in big data analysis
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India

I am a biochemist with a PhD in biotechnology and an advanced diploma in Bioinformatics. I have more than 10+ years of research experience, pa...

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Dr. Antonio C.

Cognitive Neuroscientist | Expert in psychophysics, EEG, experimental design, coding, custom-built setups, data analyses
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MSci in Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
United Kingdom

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Dr. Imit K.

Freelance Scientific advisor, writer & editor | content development
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Ph.D.
United States

I am a freelance medical/scientific writer, editor and scientific consultant (advisor). I am passionate about delivering effective scientific c...

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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.