A seasoned Managing Editor with over six years of experience leading the operations of a peer-reviewed medical journal and an active member of the World Association of Medical Editors (WAME). Holding a PhD in Biology, I bring extensive expertise in overseeing the full editorial process, from manuscript submission to publication, with strict adherence to international publishing and ethical standards. My leadership has driven measurable improvements in journal performance, including reducing publication delays by four months, launching an Online-first section, and securing indexing in four new databases. Skilled in manuscript editing, peer review coordination, editorial policy development, and workflow optimization, I am committed to advancing scientific communication and supporting global research dissemination. Highly collaborative and detail-oriented, I combine technical proficiency in MS Office and manuscript management systems with a proven ability to innovate, streamline processes, and maintain the highest quality standards in academic publishing.
I oversee all stages of journal production, from manuscript submission and editing to online publication and research promotion, while ensuring strict adherence to Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) standards. I manage the editorial team, coordinate peer review, handle author and reviewer relations, maintain the journal’s technical systems, and present performance metrics to the editorial board. Under my leadership, the journal achieved indexing in PubMed, Scopus, and COPE, launched an Online-first section, integrated ReviewerCredits and Publons to streamline reviewer accreditation, and reduced annual operational costs by 30%.
October 2019 – March 2020
Sultan Qaboos University & Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) – Oman
Project Co-Investigator
I contributed to a cooperative project with Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) focused on producing biogas from reed biomass and food waste, covering phases from substrate analysis to fermentation and process optimization. I co-authored and edited the project proposal, supervised research assistants, ensured experimental accuracy and timeliness, prepared inoculum and pretreated waste biomass, analysed data, and resolved technical issues during early stages. Through close collaboration with the principal investigator and strategic input at key milestones, I helped the team successfully achieve PDO’s targeted biogas output using food waste.
April 2017 – March 2019
Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal – Oman
Assistant Editor
I contributed to the publication of quarterly issues by managing manuscripts from post-acceptance through to final publication. My responsibilities included conducting initial format checks, coordinating international peer review, handling revisions, and performing in-depth editing to correct language, rebuild figures and tables, verify references, and ensure technical compliance. I regularly presented prepared manuscripts to the Editor-in-Chief and played a key role in reducing publication delays by four months, significantly improving the journal’s production timeline.
September 2012 – July 2014
ProcomCure Biotech GmbH – Austria
Research Scientist
I independently led two laboratory projects involving Candida albicans and Saccharomyces cerevisiae, overseeing all experimental work from design to execution. My responsibilities included daily project operations, maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing standards and stock solutions, procuring essential kits and reagents, generating recombinant gene libraries, and producing recombinant strains through gene cloning, silencing, and splicing techniques. This work culminated in the successful identification of the target receptor of a novel antifungal peptide with promising therapeutic potential.
Education
Empowering Creativity through
2014 – 2018
Doctorate in Biology
Sultan Qaboos University – Oman
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2010 – 2012
Masters in Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
IMC/FH Krems University of Applied Sciences – Austria
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2005 – 2010
Bachelors in ‘Pharmacy and Biotechnology’
German University in Cairo – Egypt
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My Skills
Core competencies that drive my performance.
My Skills
Editorial Process Management97 %
Workflow Optimization98 %
Manuscript Editing & Proofreading99 %
Indexing & Database Management99 %
Peer Review Coordination98 %
Journal Policy Standardization99 %
Collaboration in Multidisciplinary Teams98 %
Academic Research & Publishing98 %
MS Office Suite & Manuscript Management Systems99 %
AI-Driven Process Optimization97 %
Technical & Creative Design95 %
AI Innovation & Automation94 %
My publishing services
More Than a Service — A Partner in Your Success
Through MG Publishing Services (MGPS), I provide tailored support to researchers, academics, and institutions seeking to publish their work in high-quality journals. My services include manuscript writing, editing, formatting, submission assistance, revisions, and visual content creation (posters, presentations, infographics, and scientific figures). Each project is delivered with meticulous attention to detail, adherence to journal guidelines, and a strong commitment to helping clients achieve publication success.
"Dr. Gomaa is a consummate professional whose organizational skills, keen editorial
judgement, and collaborative spirit have made him indispensable to the success of our journal."
Prof Samir Al-Adawi, Editor-in-Chief SQUMJ
"His development of an AI chatbot for SQUMJ revolutionized how we handle author queries. What used to take days is now resolved instantly! A testament to Mohamed’s technical creativity and problem-solving skills."
Mr Alaister Denoyo, Assistant Editor SQUMJ
"Mohamed brought structure, clarity, and scientific rigor to our multidisciplinary project, ensuring our proposals and reports met the highest academic standards."
Prof Raeid Abed, Principle Investigator SQU
"Mohamed brings unmatched editorial insight. Working with him is like having a full publishing department in one person."
Dr Abdullah Kamel, Academic Author
"What sets Mohamed apart is his genuine commitment to our success. He doesn’t just edit, he guides you through the publishing process, offering tailored advice that makes a real difference."
Academic Author, MGPS Client
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