Dr Rebecca Ramsden |
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.ramsdenediting.co.uk
- Organisation
- Rebecca Ramsden Editorial Services
- Job title
- Editor
- Membership Grade
- Advanced Professional Member
About Rebecca
Web
http://www.ramsdenediting.co.uk
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https://twitter.com/RamsdenEdit
About
I provide a copy-editing and proofreading service for publishers and individuals, most often in the field of biological sciences. I have a strong science background, keen eye for detail, and passion for presenting information clearly and concisely.
I am reliable, professional and punctual, and can work to tight deadlines. Most importantly, I enjoy my job and the variety of work I undertake.
Experience
- Proofreading and editing GCSE, iGCSE, IB Diploma and A-level Science textbooks and teacher guides.
- Editing journal articles across the biological sciences.
- Editing patient information, newsletters and web content for learned societies.
I have been freelance since August 2013.
Qualifications and Training
Qualifications: PhD Molecular Neuroscience (Glutamate receptor trafficking); MSc Molecular and Cellular Biology, BSc Molecular and Cellular Biology
Training: Plain English for Editors (CIEP) 2023, Editorial project management (SfEP) 2018, Basic Editing (textbook by Nicola Harris) 2014, Introduction to proofreading (SfEP) 2013, Brush up your grammar (SfEP) 2012, Introduction to web editorial skills (SfEP) 2011
Clients
HarperCollins, Hodder Education, Pearson, Oxford University Press, Kognity, York Press, BioScientifica, Diabetologia, Journal of Experimental Biology, Society for Endocrinology, QBS Learning, British Society for Immunology, Bishopston Matters, Edanz, Elektra Media, Oxford Science Editing, Compuscript, Just Content
Subjects
Biology (developmental, human, microbiology, molecular/cell, physiology), language (American English, language optimization), life sciences (applied biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular/cell, genetics, human, microbial, molecular, recombinant DNA, physiology, osteology), medicine (academic/research, clinical, clinical research, National Health Service, patient information, cognitive science, eating disorders), medical specialisms (diabetes, endocrinology, immunology, neurology/neurosciences, obstetrics, oncology, neurodevelopment, pharmaceutical research, physiology), sciences (reference, academic, popular, school, scientific writing), social sciences/studies (charities, health and social care, voluntary sector)
Testimonials
"I have always been delighted with the friendly, professional service that I have received from Rebecca. She is conscientious in her work and always returns submitted text in good time for the requested deadline. I run my own business, producing a community magazine, so having a proofing service I can trust is essential."
Kerry Allen, Bishopston Matters magazine
"Rebecca has a great eye for detail and is used frequently by our team for editing website articles and proofreading external publications. She is organised, flexible and consistently provides timely updates on her commissioned projects. She is a pleasure to work with and comes highly recommended!"
Laura Udakis, Head of Marketing & Communications, Society for Endocrinology & BioScientifica
"As a specialist organisation in the biological sciences sector, it is important to us to work with people who have an in depth understanding of the subject and terminology used. Rebecca combines these skills with an eye for detail and sensitive copy-editing skills, tailoring her work to the audience being addressed. Working with Rebecca is a pleasure and she always delivers work on time and to an extremely high standard."
Jennie Evans, Communications Manager, British Society for Immunology
"I have enjoyed working with Rebecca on a number of Biology projects over the past few years. Her work is consistently reliable, completed to a high standard, and to brief. Rebecca is organised and responsive and has been able to work very well in various different team set ups across my projects. Thank you Rebecca!"
Joanna Ramsay, Product Manager, Collins Learning
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Disclaimer note
The CIEP Directory of Editorial Services should be considered a point of first contact and prospective clients must satisfy themselves that members are capable of the work on offer. The Institute cannot be held responsible for the quality of work provided by any member listed in the directory. The members themselves are responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of their entries in the Directory and the CIEP has not made any attempt to vet them. The institute cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies in the Directory. Inclusion in the Directory as a freelance does not necessarily mean that the member is self-employed as defined by HM Revenue and Customs and the Department for Work and Pensions.