Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Additional Information - Published Research Article
Timeline
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KAVITHA MUTHU

Chennai

Summary

Experienced Handling Editor with strong attention to detail and deep understanding of publishing industry. Over 3 years of experience specializing in conducting quality checks, selecting reviewers, and performing technical assessments. Goal is to utilize expertise in publishing processes, peer review management, and project coordination to excel in senior-level editorial position.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

EXECUTIVE

STRAIVE
Chennai, IN
02.2023 - 05.2026

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT/ JOURNAL EDITORIAL OFFICER - SPRINGER NATURE (Discover series)

  • Conducted technical quality checks for both initial and revised submissions, ensuring adherence to Springer Nature's high editorial standards and submission guidelines.
  • Utilized the Submarine submission system to process submissions efficiently, managing the timely return of manuscripts to authors for revisions and amendments.
  • Collaborated with editors to facilitate the peer review process, coordinating between authors, reviewers, and editorial teams to ensure seamless workflow and timely decisions.
  • Maintained detailed records of submission statuses, tracking progress and ensuring all deadlines were met for each stage of the submission process.
  • Provided support and guidance to authors and editors, ensuring smooth communication and resolution of issues as they arose during the submission and review process using the Freshdesk platform to manage all communications and ensure timely, organized responses.
  • Proficient in both Microsoft and Google suite

REVIEWER SELECTION EDITOR

ELSEVIER
  • Utilized PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Editorial Manager and ScholarOne to identify and select appropriate reviewers for journal submissions.
  • Conducted thorough conflict-of-interest checks between reviewers and authors, as well as between reviewers, ensuring impartial and unbiased evaluations.
  • Extended invitations to selected reviewers, fostering positive professional relationships while maintaining editorial standards.
  • Efficiently managed the review process by tracking and collecting detailed review reports, contributing to timely and quality manuscript evaluations.

REVIEWER SELECTION EDITOR

TAYLOR & FRANCIS
  • Utilized PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, Editorial Manager and ScholarOne to identify and select appropriate reviewers for journal submissions.
  • Conducted thorough conflict-of-interest checks between reviewers and authors, as well as between reviewers, ensuring impartial and unbiased evaluations.
  • Extended invitations to selected reviewers, fostering positive professional relationships while maintaining editorial standards.
  • Efficiently managed the review process by tracking and collecting detailed review reports, contributing to timely and quality manuscript evaluations.

Education

Master of Science - Applied Microbiology

Ethiraj College for Women
Chennai
07.2022

Bachelor of Science - General Microbiology

Ethiraj College for Women
Chennai
07.2020

Skills

  • Reviewer Selection and Coordination
  • Peer Review Management and Support
  • Proficiency in Databases
  • Experience with Submission systems
  • Freshdesk Query Resolution
  • Microsoft and Google suite
  • Scientific and academic Publishing
  • COPE guidelines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Analytical skill
  • Effective Communication
  • Team work and adaptability
  • Time management
  • Computer skills
  • Strong Organizational Abilities
  • Customer service

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Additional Information - Published Research Article

Formulation of Effective Microorganism [EM] to Analyze its Impact on Municipal Wastewater Management, Environmental Ecology and Conservation, Vol 29, January Supplement, Conducted an in-depth study on the application of Effective Microorganisms (EM) in municipal wastewater treatment., https://www.envirobiotechjournals.com/EEC/vol29jansuppl/EEC-37.pdf

Timeline

EXECUTIVE

STRAIVE
02.2023 - 05.2026

Master of Science - Applied Microbiology

Ethiraj College for Women

Bachelor of Science - General Microbiology

Ethiraj College for Women

REVIEWER SELECTION EDITOR

ELSEVIER

REVIEWER SELECTION EDITOR

TAYLOR & FRANCIS
KAVITHA MUTHU