Freelance Managing Editor - Ph.D. Translation Studies

Location: Brazil (Remote)

Company

hirify.global connects qualified academic professionals with publisher clients seeking project-based editorial support for journal portfolios.

What you will do

• Assess manuscript suitability and make minor revision, major revision, acceptance, and rejection decisions after peer review.
• Evaluate reviewer reports and request additional reviews for borderline or complex submissions.
• Synthesize reviewer feedback into clear, constructive decision letters and revision requirements.
• Evaluate author responses and maintain consistent decisions across original and revised submissions.
• Collaborate with the Publisher, Desk Editors, and Reviewer Selection Support through email and asynchronous channels.
• Complete decisions within 5 business days, respond to communications within 2 business days, and provide KPI updates.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Translation Studies within the Humanities.
• Active or very recent research experience with 3–5 publications in the last 5 years.
• At least 2 publications in the last 2 years, primarily in English.
• First- or last-author position on the relevant publications.
• Publications must not contain retraction notes or expressions of concern related to authorship disputes, plagiarism, or research misconduct.
• Working knowledge of an editorial management system such as ScholarOne, Editorial Manager, SNAPP, or REX is preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Project-based freelance engagement with manuscripts assigned as required.
• Flexible scheduling with the ability to set personal work hours.
• Regular check-ins with the Publisher and periodic KPI performance reviews.

Hiring process

• A recruiter will email qualified candidates with further details.