Salary: Voluntary Role
We are looking for qualified statisticians with expertise in mental health, to review for the BJPsych Journals, with the aim of improving the quality of statistical analysis of manuscripts published within the portfolio. All approved reviewers will have the opportunity to work across the five journals (BJPsych, BJPsych Open, BJPsych Advances, BJPsych Bulletin, BJPsych International).
The role involves:
- Reviewing the statistical analysis and methodology of manuscripts on a regular basis, approximately 12 reviews per year. Invitations to review will be managed by editorial staff who will ensure invites are distributed evenly.
- Providing second opinions on manuscripts (e.g. where reviews are incomplete, or rejection of an article has been recommended, or where a statistical review has been recommended by another reviewer).
- If ethical concerns are raised about published content, conducting a statistical review into published manuscripts on an ad hoc basis.
- Advising how to improve the statistical quality of manuscripts and ensure best practice e.g. revised guidance in Instructions for Authors, increase checks on submission.
We are aiming to find applicants who are most suited to the role and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including gender, age, and ethnicity.
Required:
- Expertise in statistics, particularly mental health, or health more generally.
- Higher degree or equivalent
- Record of peer-reviewing in mental health research
Desirable:
- Record of reviewing for the BJPsych portfolio
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Recruitment Process:
- CV and cover letter circulated to the publishing team to confirm entry requirements are met.
- Consultation with Senior Editorial team and statistical adviser panel if required.
- Offer made to successful applicants to join the pool.