Scientific Editor: Geosciences

About the Role: Scientific Editor, Geosciences

Cactus Communications is seeking a Scientific Editor specializing in Geosciences to join its Earth and Environmental Science team. This is a contract position, renewable upon mutual consent, offering regular work on a predictable schedule. The role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and edit manuscripts to enhance clarity, coherence, and readability of scientific content while preserving the authors’ intended meaning.
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and appropriateness of subject-specific terminology, conventions, and scientific arguments for the target audience.
• Improve the presentation of complex research findings to enhance their communication and publication readiness.
• Edit manuscripts to meet high standards of academic writing, ensuring the final text is free of unclear, illogical, or unidiomatic sentences.
• Adhere to job-specific guidelines and format manuscripts according to target journal requirements when necessary.

Qualifications and Prerequisites

• Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate scientific content and ensure discipline-specific accuracy.
• Excellent written English and strong attention to detail.
• Prior experience in scientific editing, peer review, or academic publishing is an advantage.

Specialized Subject Areas

Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Geology, Mineralogy, Climate Science, Geophysics, Energy, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Waste Management, Environmental Technology, Energy Conservation, Hydrology, Meteorology, Oceanography, Space and Planetary Science, Volcanology, Weather Studies, Climate Change, Marine Science.

Work Environment and Benefits

This is a work-from-home contract position, offering flexibility in work location. Editors will gain access to exclusive interviews with industry experts, articles on industry trends, and publication and writing tips via an internal discussion platform. The role provides exposure to global research and an insider’s view of the publishing industry.

About Cactus Communications

Established in 2002, Cactus Communications is a technology company specializing in expert services and AI-driven products designed to improve how research is funded, published, communicated, and discovered. Its flagship brand, Editage, offers researcher solutions and AI products such as Mind the Graph, Paperpal, and R Discovery. With a global workforce of over 3,000 experts and offices in multiple international cities, CACTUS is recognized for its workplace practices.