Academic Thesis Editor Needed – Final Submission Preparation

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TYPE OF WORK

Gig

SALARY

$300 CAD

HOURS PER WEEK

TBD

DATE UPDATED

Apr 8, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW


We are looking for a meticulous academic editor or thesis specialist to prepare a completed Master’s thesis for final university submission.

This project is not a collaborative editing process or a long revision cycle. The thesis has already been written. The goal is to bring the document to a fully submission-ready standard with minimal input from the client.

If you are experienced with academic formatting, citation verification, and final manuscript polishing, this project may be a good fit.

Important Application Note:
All applicants must apply through the Google Sheet link provided below so we can properly track and review submissions.

Project Responsibilities
1. University Formatting Implementation
The editor will apply the official university formatting requirements exactly as outlined in the provided guidelines and sample documents.

This includes adjusting:
Page margins
Heading hierarchy
Page numbering and pagination
Table of Contents formatting
Citation formatting
Appendix formatting
Section structure and order

A detailed formatting guide will be provided and must be followed strictly.

2. Citation & Reference Review
Conduct a complete audit of citations and references throughout the thesis.

Tasks include:
Verifying citation accuracy
Ensuring all in-text citations appear in the reference list
Identifying missing or inconsistent sources
Correcting citation formatting errors
Ensuring full compliance with the required citation style

3. Final Document Refinement
Perform a final professional polish of the manuscript, including:
Grammar and sentence clarity improvements
Consistency in formatting across sections
Fixing alignment and spacing issues
Removing leftover formatting artifacts
Ensuring the thesis reads smoothly as a cohesive academic wor

4. Final Deliverables
The completed thesis must be delivered in:
Microsoft Word (.docx)
PDF format

The expectation is a fully submission-ready document that requires no additional editing.

Timeline
The project must be completed within 3 weeks from assignment.

Work Style
This role requires someone who can work independently and efficiently.

Communication will be minimal. The editor should only reach out if:
A critical clarification is needed
A structural issue impacts the final deliverable
Ideal Candidate

The ideal applicant will have:
Prior experience editing Master’s or PhD theses
Strong understanding of academic formatting standards
Familiarity with citation styles such as APA, MLA, or Chicago
Advanced Microsoft Word formatting skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality work

How to Apply
Please submit your application through the Google Sheet using the link below:
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Qualified candidates will be contacted for the next step.

SKILL REQUIREMENT
Proofreading Research Writing Academic Writing
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