English proofreading of a comparative paper about countries’ innovation performance

Proofread a comparative paper on countries' innovation performance

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IPEA - Institute for Applied Economic Research

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Overview

Proofread a comparative paper on countries' innovation performance

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English native speaker
Professional experience related to proofreading
Familiarity with technical terms related to public administration and economics
Submit a short translation test during selection process
Upload CV in English when applying

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The paper is part of a research project that aims to investigate the configuration of countries' institutions, public policies, and governance arrangements and how they influence the innovation systems' performance and the levels of economic development. More specifically, the paper (around 7000 words) that needs English proofreading explores the heterogeneity of countries worldwide regarding innovation governance and performance. The selected online volunteers will receive the text as soon as the selection is finished. Any support will be provided via email. To help the selection process, a short text for translation will be sent to the shortlisted candidates in order to help the opportunity's assessment.

Translation
Journalism, mass media and broadcasting

The Institute for Applied Economic Research (Ipea) is a public institution that provides technical support to the federal government with regard to public policies: fiscal, social and economic. Ipea’s mission is to “enhance public policies that are essential to Brazilian development by producing and disseminating knowledge and by advising the state in its strategic decisions.” Its structure is divided into departments dedicated to different studies and policies. In this context, the paper submitted for proofreading is part of an ongoing broad research Project that aims to investigate the configuration of countries' institutions, public policies, and governance arrangements and how they influence the innovation systems' performance and the levels of economic development.
Volunteers: 1 needed
6-10 hours per week / 2 weeks

An English native speaker with professional experience. Familiarity with technical terms related to public administration and economics. As part of the selection process, shortlisted applicants will be asked to submit a short translation test. Please upload your CV in English when applying.
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Potential interview questions

Can you provide an example of your proofreading experience?	This question assesses your relevant experience with similar tasks.	Discuss a specific project where you improved clarity or accuracy in written content.
How do you approach technical documents like those related to public policy?	The interviewer wants to understand your strategy for handling specialized content.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges have you faced when proofreading cross-cultural documents?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your process for checking grammar and punctuation in long documents.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback from authors on your proofreading edits?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.