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Reviewer for the Technical Symposium

Volunteer
01 Aug 24

Type: Technical Review

Number of Vacancies: Multiple

Requirements: CIBSE Chartered Membership or equivalent

Responsibilities: Review multiple papers ahead of the next Technical Symposium.

Description: CIBSE would like senior members of the profession (equivalent to Members and Fellows of CIBSE or an associated technical society/body) to be involved in the review process for the annual Technical Symposium.

The areas that a reviewer would be asked to consider would be:

  • Does the title accurately describe the content?
  • Is it well-structured?
  • Are the arguments presented in a clear and logical manner?
  • Does it appear accurate and free from unsubstantiated claims?
  • Is it adequately illustrated with figures, diagrams, etc?
  • Is the presentation of data in graphs and tables clear?
  • Are the source references given in the text and the reference list adequate?
  • Are the conclusions logical and justified by the content?
  • Is it free from commercialism?

Number of hours required: The reviewing will typically take place in December and January and each paper will typically be 3,000 – 5,000 words and is likely to take between 30 and 60 minutes to review.

To apply, please fill out the form on this page.

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