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Waqas A.

London, United Kingdom

$35/hr
4.8
158 jobs

I am a PhD Researcher, Academic Writer, Editor, Reviewer, and Data Analyst with 7+ years of professional experience supporting universities, researchers, healthcare organizations, businesses, and industry clients worldwide. I specialize in transforming complex research ideas, datasets, and technical concepts into high-quality, publication-ready outputs. My expertise spans academic research, scientific writing, systematic reviews, thesis and dissertation supervision, data analysis, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and technical consulting. Over the years, I have assisted researchers, postgraduate students, academics, healthcare professionals, government organizations, and private-sector clients with research design, methodology development, literature reviews, systematic reviews, journal manuscripts, statistical analysis, technical reports, white papers, and publication support. ### Research & Academic Services ✔ Research Proposals ✔ Literature Reviews & Systematic Reviews (PRISMA) ✔ Meta-Analysis Support ✔ Journal Manuscripts & Conference Papers ✔ Thesis & Dissertation Editing, Review & Supervision ✔ Academic Proofreading & Formatting ✔ Reviewer Response & Publication Support ✔ Case Reports & Clinical Research Writing ✔ Qualitative & Quantitative Research ### Data Analysis & Technical Services ✔ Statistical Analysis ✔ Survey Design & Validation ✔ Data Cleaning & Interpretation ✔ Data Visualization & Reporting ✔ Machine Learning & Deep Learning ✔ Artificial Intelligence Research ✔ Cybersecurity Research & Consulting ✔ Technical Reports & White Papers ### Subject Matter Expertise My research and consulting experience spans multiple disciplines, including: • Business Administration • Strategic Management • Leadership & Organizational Behaviour • Human Resource Management • Marketing & Consumer Behaviour • Finance & Financial Technology (FinTech) • Economics & Public Policy • Psychology & Behavioral Sciences • Education & Educational Research • Healthcare & Public Health • Epidemiology & Clinical Research • Computer Science • Artificial Intelligence (AI) • Machine Learning (ML) • Deep Learning (DL) • Data Science & Analytics • Cybersecurity & Information Security • Software Engineering • Information Systems • Digital Transformation & Innovation ### Tools & Software • SPSS • Stata • Python • R • NVivo • MAXQDA • Excel • LaTeX ### Why Clients Choose Me ✔ PhD-qualified researcher ✔ Top-Rated+ Freelancer with a proven record of successful projects ✔ 7+ years of research, consulting, and academic writing experience ✔ Publication-ready writing and editing ✔ Strong methodological and statistical expertise ✔ Experience across academic, healthcare, technology, business, and policy sectors ✔ Clear communication and on-time delivery Whether you need a systematic review, journal manuscript, thesis supervision, statistical analysis, AI/ML research, cybersecurity consulting, technical documentation, or publication support, I can help deliver rigorous, evidence-based, and high-impact research outcomes. Best regards, Dr. Waqas Ahmed

  • Academic Editing
  • Academic Writing
  • Dissertation Writing
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Report Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Article Writing
  • Research Papers
  • Academic Research
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Writing Critique
  • Data Analytics & Visualization Software
  • Survey Data Analysis
  • IBM SPSS
Jessica T.

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

$25/hr
5.0
231 jobs

I’m Jess, a proofreader and editor from England with an academic background in psychology and mental health. With a keen eye for detail and a strong command of the English language, I focus on refining written content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and precision. My expertise lies in enhancing the quality of your text whilst maintaining your distinct author’s voice, style, and message. Additionally, I utilise my strong research skills to fact-check written content, ensuring the accuracy of all information. I am passionate about supporting you in creating the best-written content possible, whatever your aim or goal may be. Samples of previous editing work can be found here on my Upwork profile. Some of my key skills include: - Adept researcher and fact-checker, - Fast, driven learner, - Thorough, efficient worker, - An ability to work to tight deadlines, - A keen eye for detail, - Trained Editor certification (in progress). Thank you for looking at my profile and please reach out with any questions!

  • Microsoft Word
  • Writing
  • Proofreading
  • English
  • Online Research
  • Copy Editing
  • Google Docs
Esther W K.

London, United Kingdom

$50/hr
4.8
449 jobs

**Open for new projects, and I'd love to hear what you're working on. Send me a message through chat, and we can have a real conversation about your manuscript, goals, and the support that would help you most.** I've been editing for over six years now, and I've had the privilege of working on more than 370 projects across fiction and nonfiction. That range has given me a flexible, adaptable approach. Whether you're writing a business book that needs sharper logic or a novel that needs a stronger emotional throughline, I know how to tailor my work to what your story or message truly needs. My philosophy is simple. **Your voice is the heart of your book.** My job is not to change that voice, but to make sure it comes through clearly and confidently, and without distraction. I see myself as your partner in the process, not someone who takes over. Here's what writers tend to appreciate most about working with me. First, I dig deep. I don't just look for typos or awkward sentences. I look for what's working, what's not, and what could be so much stronger. One author left a review after successfully completing an edit of their latest manuscript: "She has an ability to interpret meaning and read between the lines. She understood and strengthened the project's weaknesses." Another said simply, "Esther turned a good book into a great book." Second, I'm meticulous. I care about the small things because they add up to something big: a clean, polished, seamless reading experience. Writers often tell me my edits improve clarity and flow while keeping the heart of their text completely intact. One called me "a detailed and meticulous editor" and said they couldn't praise my work enough. Another mentioned my "eagle eye" and called me "a master of my craft," adding that I'm "honest yet gentle" with my critiques. Third, I'm reliable. I respect your time, deadlines, and vision. I communicate clearly and consistently. One client said I was "one of the best resources I have ever had" and that I delivered outstanding work on schedule. Another described me as "a dream to work with, professional, efficient, and incredibly respectful of my voice as a writer." And I'll admit, this one meant a lot: someone noted that I check in even after I've been paid, just to make sure nothing was left hanging. One author summed up what I hope every client experiences: "Esther improved my manuscript significantly in a very short period of time. After working with other editors who did not do well, she performed best in my tests to hire an editor who would keep the author's voice and smooth the text." They trusted me with their full nonfiction manuscript and they were happy with the result. Whether you're writing your first book or your fifth, I want you to feel supported, heard, and excited about the finished product. That's what drives me. So if any of this resonates, reach out. Tell me about your project, your timeline, and what you're hoping for. I'd genuinely love to hear from you and see if we're a good fit.

  • Academic Editing
  • Copy Editing
  • Grammar & Syntax Review
  • Developmental Editing
  • Line Editing
  • Beta Reading
  • Fiction
  • Nonfiction
  • Content Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Proofreading
Saif Ur R.

Manchester, United Kingdom

$20/hr
4.8
496 jobs

🏆 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 100% 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺-𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 & 𝗔𝗜-𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 🏆 ⌛ Fast Delivery: 6h · 12h · 24h · 48h | 🕐 24/7 Availability | 🔁 Free Revisions 💼 10+ Years of Professional Experience 📊 400+ Projects (𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀, 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀) 🧠 Helping Students & Researchers Achieve Academic Excellence ✨ About Me Hello! I’m Saif ur Rehman, an experienced academic writing specialist and data analyst dedicated to helping students, researchers, and professionals prepare well-structured, research-based, and publication-ready documents. I provide editing, coaching, data analysis, and research support tailored to your project needs — ensuring clarity, consistency, and academic integrity in every submission. 🧩 Core Expertise 📘 Academic Writing & Research Support ⏩ Research Papers (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Help with Dissertations (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Systematic Literature Review (SLR) ⏩ Technical Reports (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Thesis Editing, and Proofreading ⏩ Literature Reviews (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Annotated Bibliography (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Research Proposals (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Essays (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Case Study (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Business Reports (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Reflections Reports (Research, Editing and Proofreading) ⏩ Academic Editing ⏩ APA, Harvard, MLA, and Chicago Formatting 📊 Data Analysis & Statistical Services ⏩SPSS | AMOS | SmartPLS | R | SAS | STATA | G*Power ⏩Quantitative Analysis (Regression, ANOVA, GLM, EFA, CFA) ⏩Qualitative Data Analysis (Coding, Thematic, NVivo Support) ⏩SEM, Mediation & Moderation Models (PROCESS Macro) ⏩Sampling, Power Analysis & Result Interpretation 🌟 Why Work With Me 🏅 Top-Rated & Trusted Freelancer ✅ 10+ Years of Experience in Academic & Research Writing ✅ Deep Understanding of Methodology & Statistical Tools ✅ Clear Communication & Professional Collaboration ✅ Fast Turnaround with High-Quality Delivery ✅ Revision Support Until You’re Confident 📩 Let’s Work Together Click “Invite to Job” to discuss your project — I’ll be happy to assist.

  • Academic Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Literature Review
  • Research Papers
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Academic Writing
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Essay Writing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Technical Writing
  • Formatting
  • Dissertation
  • Dissertation Writing
  • Thesis Writing
  • APA Formatting
  • Data Analysis
  • Scientific Research
  • Qualitative Research
  • Quantitative Research
Fazal J.

Bradford, United Kingdom

$20/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I am a PhD-trained Human Molecular Geneticist and current Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Leeds, UK, with more than 12 years of experience in biomedical research, scientific writing, academic editing, and genetics-based healthcare research. I have authored and co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed publications in international journals and have successfully supervised numerous MSc and PhD research projects. My expertise spans human genetics, immunology, rheumatology, bioinformatics, precision medicine, genomics, transcriptomics, AI-driven healthcare research, and scientific publishing. I help researchers, clinicians, universities, biotech companies, and healthcare organizations transform complex scientific data into high-quality publications, grant applications, research proposals, systematic reviews, and data-driven reports. Areas of Expertise ✔ Scientific and Medical Writing ✔ Manuscript Editing and Proofreading ✔ SCI Journal Publication Support ✔ Research Proposal and Grant Writing ✔ Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses ✔ Bioinformatics and Genetic Data Interpretation ✔ SNP, GWAS, WES, WGS Analysis ✔ Rheumatology and Autoimmune Disease Research ✔ AI Applications in Healthcare ✔ Statistical Analysis (SPSS, R, GraphPad Prism) What I Can Deliver • Research manuscripts • Review articles • Grant proposals • NIH-style proposals • Literature reviews • Academic editing • Journal response letters • Research methodology development • Bioinformatics reports • Publication-ready figures and tables

  • Academic Editing
  • Genetics
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Bioinformatics
  • Grant Writing
  • Research Methods
  • Research Paper Writing
  • Research Proposals
  • Counseling
  • Lecture Notes
  • EndNote
  • Thesis
  • Technical Review
  • GraphPad Prism
  • IBM SPSS
  • AI Content Editing
  • AI Implementation
  • Scientific Writing
  • Medical Writing
Rachel A.

Leeds, United Kingdom

$40/hr
5.0
33 jobs

Do you need help with an important piece of text? I'm here to help your writing be as accessible, engaging and grammatically correct as it can possibly be! I am native English speaker, able to work with UK and US texts, and a trained member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading. I specialise in the arts and humanities, in particular history, cultural heritage and archaeology, but I am curious by nature and interested in many different topics. My recent projects have included editing meta descriptions, website content and blogs, history essays, quiz questions and university applications, as well as working with non-native speakers and neurodivergent writers. Who I work with: ⭐️ Students and academics ⭐️ Copywriters ⭐️ Businesses ⭐️ Entrepreneurs ⭐️ Non-fiction authors ⭐️ Museums and heritage organisations ⭐️ Charities and non-profits What you will receive: ✅ Your document edited using MS Word Track Change (or equivalent for Google Docs, PDFs, PowerPoint etc.) ✅ A copy with all the changes accepted and comments removed ✅ One round of revisions (if required) ✅ Delivery within the agreed deadline Please get in touch to discuss pricing and sample edits.

  • English
  • Blog Content
  • Grammar & Syntax Review
  • Proofreading
  • Research Papers
  • Academic Proofreading
  • Academic Writing
  • Microsoft Word
  • Copy Editing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Google Docs

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