Remote peer reviewer for 3D printing and additive manufacturing research across design, materials, workflows, and applications in digital art and design.
Job Description:
The Voltas publishes peer-reviewed writing across Digital Design, Immersive Design, and Digital Art. We’re building a reliable reviewer network and are appointing panel members for 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing.
You will review research and case studies covering topics like: design for additive manufacture, materials testing, scanning-to-print workflows, generative design, tolerance and fit, sustainability claims, post-processing, and hybrid digital-to-physical practice research.
What you will do
- Assess originality and contribution to the field.
- Check study design and methods (including practice-based research and mixed methods).
- Check literature use and referencing.
- Review clarity of images/figures and whether they support the argument.
- Evaluate results, discussion, and whether conclusions follow from evidence.
- Flag ethical issues, conflicts, or missing declarations.
- Provide concise, constructive feedback for authors and editors.
- Recommend accept, revise, or reject (final decision sits with the editor).
What you need
- Advanced degree in £D Printing or a closely related field.
- Strong grasp of research ethics and review standards.
- Strong writing and the ability to give direct, usable feedback.
- Able to meet deadlines and keep reviews confidential.
- Willing to disclose your full name and affiliations to the publisher.
- Comfortable using online submission/review systems.
Working pattern
- Remote, freelance, per-review basis.
- Typical turnaround: 7 to 14 days (faster reviews available by agreement).