Scientific Editor

Scientific Editor (Volunteer, Remote)

Lumen is a newly founded, independent  non-profit Think Tank and research community  operating across AI, technology, digital ecosystems, and emerging socio-technical systems. We are currently in a  pre-launch phase , building the foundations of our research agenda, editorial standards, and publication strategy.
We are seeking a  Scientific Editor  to support the  Lead Researcher  in the early stages of applied research development and academic publication.

Role & Responsibilities
The Scientific Editor will work closely with the Lead Researcher to:
Support the  identification and refinement of research questions and hypotheses
Contribute to the definition and validation of  research methodologies
Provide editorial and structural guidance on research outputs
Support the  selection of appropriate journals, conferences, or publication venues
Ensure clarity, coherence, and methodological rigor across research materials
Help align research outputs with academic and applied research standards
This role focuses on  research design, positioning, and publication strategy , rather than copyediting alone.

⚙️  Position Details
Type:  Volunteer (non-profit)

Location:

Fully remote
Time commitment:  ~8 hours per week

Schedule:

Flexible and asynchronous
Stage:  Founding / pre-launch phase

Who This Is For
This role is well-suited for individuals with experience in:
Academic or applied research
Scientific editing or manuscript development
Research methodology and publication processes
Interdisciplinary work across technology, AI, or digital systems

Joining Lumen at this stage means contributing directly to the  intellectual structure, research quality, and editorial voice  of a new institute, helping shape how research is designed, validated, and shared from day one.