Scientific Editor - Sustainable Development (Remote)

About the role

Cactus Communications is looking for an editor within 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, is free of unclear or illogical sentences, and follows journal-specific formatting guidelines 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, sustainable development, waste management, energy conservation, hydrology, meteorology, oceanography, space and planetary science, volcanology, weather studies, climate change.

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 an internal platform.
• Exposure to research carried out worldwide and insight into the publishing industry.