Jennifer Dcosta, Els Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Washington, United States

• Provide high-level editing and revision of scientific manuscript drafts on strict deadlines
• Research diverse subject areas to gain appropriate background knowledge for each manuscript
• Ensure manuscripts meet journal style, word count, and formatting guidelines

Seattle, Washington, United States

• Perform quality assurance checks on edited manuscripts and edited manuscripts written by non-native English-speaking authors to ensure compliance with standards of international publications

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Edited and proofread scientific material of high strategic value for global pharmaceutical clients: ensured accuracy of grammar and syntax, ensured accuracy of technical terminology and data, and identified and fixed.
• Formatted documents based on journal, conference, or congress guidelines and maintained familiarity with client-specific style guides
• Edited digital content such as infographics, interactive decks, and video scripts, apart from manuscripts, posters, and slide decks
• Worked with a high-quality customer focus to consistently deliver high-quality edits and exceed client expectations
• Led team initiatives such as knowledge sharing exercises and documentation of resources
• Advised scientific writers on editorial and style issues

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Performed quality assurance checks on edited manuscripts and edited manuscripts written by non-native English-speaking authors to ensure compliance with standards of international publications
• Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies by conducting knowledge sharing exercises
• Participated in pilot projects to improve service dimensions and client satisfaction
• Improved edit quality by training and coaching new employees (Editors/Reviewers on Contract) on practices, procedures, and performance strategies
• Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding new employees’ performance and training needs
• Mentored team members (Associate Editors training for high-end assignments, Editorial Feedback Specialists) to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Performed quality assurance checks on edited manuscripts and edited manuscripts written by non-native English-speaking authors to ensure compliance with standards of international publications
• Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies by conducting knowledge sharing exercises
• Participated in pilot projects to improve service dimensions and client satisfaction
• Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding new employees’ performance and training needs

Lille Area, France

• Developed cell systems to study the impact of HERV-W Env protein on human monocytes and macrophages
• Investigated the relation between CV-B4 infection and HERV-W Env expression
• Determined HERV-W Env expression upon in vitro CV-B4 infection in human primary cells of healthy donors
• Prepared materials for reports, presentations, and submission to peer-reviewed journals
• Managed final proofreading, copy editing, and revision functions for deliverables
• Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines

Mumbai Area, India

Master'S Degree, Clinical Virology, 8.48/10

Bachelor'S Degree, Microbiology And Biochemistry, 3.32/4