Language and Developmental Editing Quality Control Inspector

At American Journal Experts (AJE, powered by MPS), we help researchers successfully communicate their work through trusted author-oriented solutions to overcome the barriers to the manuscript preparation process.

We are actively recruiting Quality Control Inspectors (QCIs) with field-specific expertise.

QCIs execute and advise on quality control strategies by monitoring English language and developmental editing quality in academic manuscripts to ensure that our output and systems are achieving AJE standards.

They monitor and provide feedback on contractor quality and exercise judgment on contractor adherence to AJE quality standards.

QCIs utilize the latest technology supplied by AJE to support high-efficiency, target-quality edits.

QCIs support a dynamic and evolving part of AJE operations.   We have both in-office (in Mumbai) and remote work options for this role.

The salary range is 824,000 to 915,000 INR/year.  What QCIs deliver:   Above-and-beyond service to meet our customers’ needs   Timely completion of QC language and developmental edits to ensure quick return to customers   QC edits that meet internal quality standards and product specifications Clear communication with managers and process stakeholders     PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Execute and advise on quality control strategies by monitoring quality in academic manuscripts to ensure that our output and systems are achieving AJE standards   Monitor contractor quality and exercise judgment on adherence to AJE quality standards   Utilize the latest technology supplied by AJE to support high-efficiency, target-quality edits   Support a dynamic and evolving part of AJE operations  QUALIFICATION/SKILL REQUIREMENTS :  Quality Control is a dynamic function that requires active problem solving and process improvement.

Successful QCIs will meet the following criteria:   Native-level fluency in written English Doctorate or other terminal degree in a field of biological sciences, clinical medicine or hard sciences Detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and adaptable to learning and implementing new software solutions   Experience with Microsoft Word   Strong writing and proofreading skills  Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently to meet customer deadlines   Excellent time management and the ability to handle occasional urgent tasks quickly and accurately   Ideal candidate:    Self-motivated: work efficiently and manage time effectively, using self-imposed and customer deadlines    Curious and reflective: willing to learn from others and ask for help when necessary (in balance with good independent problem-solving ability); appreciative of feedback    Computer savvy: able to work quickly and efficiently using internet resources and Microsoft tools  Service-oriented: genuinely care about our customers and their publishing goals    Editorially intuitive: able to quickly decipher what the author means to convey and to distinguish value-adding from unnecessary edits    Passionate about editing: enjoy the editing process and are driven to consistently produce a high-quality product   Powered by JazzHR