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Job Title: Academic Editor - Finance and Sustainability Focus
Location: Remote
Job Type: Gig/Freelance/Contract
About Us:
We are seeking an academic editor with expertise in finance and sustainability to assist in the finalization of a dissertation.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct a thorough review of the dissertation to ensure clarity, coherence, grammatical accuracy, and alignment with academic standards.
- Enhance the manuscript’s discussion on sustainability, fixed income, and leadership, ensuring that the analysis is insightful and grounded in current research.
- Ensure that the dissertation adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements typical of British academic assessments.
- Provide detailed feedback on the structure, argumentation, and evidence presented within the work.
- Collaborate closely with the author to refine and polish the manuscript for final submission.
Requirements:
- Advanced degree (PhD) in Finance, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, or a closely related field.
- Proven academic editing experience, with a portfolio that includes edited works in finance and sustainability.
- Deep understanding of sustainability practices in the financial sector and leadership theories.
- Familiarity with financial markets and market sustainability initiatives is highly desirable.
- Excellent command of English, with a preference for candidates who are familiar with British academic standards and language use.
- Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and provide constructive feedback.
Scope of Work:
- The editor will be required to review and edit a dissertation manuscript of approximately 15,000 words.
- The work will include but is not limited to content editing, proofreading for grammar and syntax, and formatting to meet specific academic standards.
Time to Delivery:
- The completed manuscript is expected to be done by the end of April, with initial reviews and feedback expected by 15 May.
Quotation:
- Candidates are requested to provide a quotation for the entire scope of work described. Please include any additional fees for revisions or consultations beyond the initial editing process.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and examples of previous editing work, particularly in the fields of finance and sustainability, to aa2015@nyu.edu or pm me @GooseEgg - please also include your proposed quotation and timeline for the project.