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OJS Journal Setup Specialist Needed for the Journal of Health, Nutrition, and Knowledge (DOI & Crossref Ready) Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Open Journal Systems (OJS) specialist to install, configure, and launch a professional academic journal publishing platform. The journal will publish high-quality scholarly research in the fields of health sciences, nutrition, public health, wellness, education, and interdisciplinary knowledge studies. The platform must be professionally designed, fully functional, and configured for academic publishing with DOI assignment, Crossref integration, and indexing readiness. Scope of Work OJS Installation & Configuration • Install and configure the latest stable version of OJS. • Configure journal settings, workflows, and permissions. • Set up roles for: o Journal Manager o Editors o Section Editors o Reviewers o Authors o Readers • Configure email notifications and workflow automation. Journal Website Setup • Create a professional academic journal website. • Configure journal branding for the Journal of Health, Nutrition, and Knowledge. • Implement a mobile-responsive theme. • Configure and design the following pages: o Home o About the Journal o Editorial Board o Aims & Scope o Author Guidelines o Publication Ethics o Peer Review Policy o Contact Editorial & Publishing Workflow • Configure complete manuscript workflow: o Submission o Editorial Screening o Double-Blind Peer Review o Copyediting o Production o Publication • Test workflow using sample submissions. • Verify all roles and permissions function correctly. DOI & Crossref Integration • Configure DOI assignment within OJS. • Integrate with our Crossref account. • Configure metadata export and DOI registration. • Ensure articles are fully Crossref-ready. • Test DOI generation and metadata submission. Metadata, Indexing & Discoverability • Configure article metadata standards. • Enable XML export tools. • Configure OAI-PMH. • Implement SEO best practices. • Prepare the journal for future indexing applications, including: o DOAJ o Google Scholar o Scopus o Web of Science o PubMed (where applicable) Security & Technical Setup • SSL configuration. • Backup and recovery procedures. • Security hardening and spam protection. • Performance optimization. Documentation & Training • Provide administrator documentation. • Conduct a live training session or provide a recorded walkthrough. • Explain: o Journal management o Editorial workflow o DOI registration process o Metadata management Deliverables • Fully operational OJS journal website. • Professional branding and responsive design. • Working peer-review workflow. • DOI-enabled publishing process. • Crossref-ready metadata configuration. • Tested manuscript submission and publication workflow. • Administrator documentation and training materials. Required Experience • Proven OJS implementation experience. • Experience with Crossref and DOI registration. • Academic journal publishing experience. • Knowledge of scholarly publishing standards and metadata. Proposal Requirements Please include: 1. Examples of OJS journals you have implemented. 2. OJS version(s) you have worked with. 3. Experience with Crossref and DOI registration. 4. Estimated timeline. 5. Fixed-price quote. 6. Any post-launch support offered. Preferred Qualifications • Experience preparing journals for DOAJ, Google Scholar, Scopus, or Web of Science indexing. • Experience creating custom OJS themes. • Experience with academic publishing and health-related journals. Timeline Preferred completion within 2–4 weeks. Budget Please submit a fixed-price proposal with a detailed breakdown of services included.
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Setting up an Open Journal System (OJS) requires a precise technical touch to ensure your submission workflows, metadata, and academic indexing standards are configured correctly from the start. I have extensive experience managing complex CMS environments and server-side configurations, making me well-equipped to handle the specific installation and database requirements of OJS. My 15 years of experience in web development allows me to go beyond simple setups. Whether it is troubleshooting server dependencies, configuring hosting environments, or ensuring the site structure is optimized for academic SEO, I have the backend knowledge to ensure your journal is fully functional and stable. I focus on clean, professional implementations that minimize maintenance issues down the road. I can complete this setup for £117.27 within 1 day. Let’s get your journal platform live and ready for submissions—send me a message so we can discuss the hosting environment and get started.
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Academic OJS Journal Setup & Launch fixed: £ 20-250 GBP ?? United Kingdom-Plaistow payment verified: ✅ OJS Journal Setup Specialist Needed for the Journal of Health, Nutrition, and Knowledge (DOI & Crossref Ready) Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Open Journal Systems (OJS) specialist to install, configure, and launch a professional academic journal publishing platform. The journal will publish high-quality scholarly research in the fields of health sciences, nutrition, public health, wellness, education, and interdisciplinary knowledge studies. The platform must be professionally designed, fully functional, and configured for academic publishing with DOI assignment, Crossref integration, and indexing readiness. Scope of Work OJS Installation & Configuration • Install and configure the latest stable version of OJS. • Configure journal settings, workflows, and permissions. • Set up roles for: o Journal Manager o Editors o Section Editors o Reviewers o Authors o Readers • Configure email notifications and workflow automation. Journal Website Setup • Create a professional academic journal website. • Configure journal branding for the Journal of Health, Nutrition, and Knowledge. • Implement a mobile-responsive theme. • Configure and design the following pages: o Home o About the Journal o Editorial Board o Aims & Scope o Author Guidelines o Publication Ethics o Peer Review Policy o Contact Editorial & Publishing Workflow • Configure complete manuscript workflow: o Submission o Editorial Screening o Double-Blind Peer Review o Copyediting o Production o Publication • Test workflow using sample submissions. • Verify all roles and permissions function correctly. DOI & Crossref Integration • Configure DOI assignment within OJS. • Integrate with our Crossref account. • Configure metadata export and DOI registration. • Ensure articles are fully Crossref-ready. • Test DOI generation and metadata submission. Metadata, Indexing & Discoverability • Configure article metadata standards. • Enable XML export tools. • Configure OAI-PMH. • Implement SEO best practices. • Prepare the journal for future indexing applications, including: o DOAJ o Google Scholar o Scopus o Web of Science o PubMed (where applicable) Security & Technical Setup • SSL configuration. • Backup and recovery procedures. • Security hardening and spam protection. • Performance optimization. Documentation & Training • Provide administrator documentation. • Conduct a live training session or provide a recorded walkthrough. • Explain: o Journal management o Editorial workflow o DOI registration process o Metadata management Deliverables • Fully operational OJS journal website. • Professional branding and responsive design. • Working peer-review workflow. • DOI-enabled publishing process. • Crossref-ready metadata configuration. • Tested manuscript submission and publication workflow. • Administrator documentation and training materials. Required Experience • Proven OJS implementation experience. • Experience with Crossref and DOI registration. • Academic journal publishing experience. • Knowledge of scholarly publishing standards and metadata. Proposal Requirements Please include: 1. Examples of OJS journals you have implemented. 2. OJS version(s) you have worked with. 3. Experience with Crossref and DOI registration. 4. Estimated timeline. 5. Fixed-price quote. 6. Any post-launch support offered. Preferred Qualifications • Experience preparing journals for DOAJ, Google Scholar, Scopus, or Web of Science indexing. • Experience creat... ? 2026-06-01 ? 2:25:17 PM #Website_Design #SEO #Open_Journal_Systems #Web_Development #Documentation #Security #Academic_Publishing #Content_Management_System_(CMS) #Public_Health Project ID: 40483475
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Hi there, I will expertly set up the Journal of Health, Nutrition, and Knowledge on OJS. By installing the latest OJS version, configuring workflows, and designing a professional website, I'll ensure DOI assignment, Crossref integration, and indexing readiness. With my OJS expertise, I'll smoothly configure roles, manuscript workflows, DOI integration, metadata standards, SEO, and security measures. I'll optimize discoverability by preparing the journal for indexing applications. Post-launch, I'll provide thorough documentation and training. Let's collaborate closely to ensure your academic journal embodies excellence. Connect to discuss further. Best regards, Noor
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Hi there, I can help you set up and fully configure your OJS journal for a smooth, professional academic publishing workflow, including DOI and Crossref integration. I have experience working with web platforms, backend systems, and publishing-style workflows where accuracy, structure, and metadata handling are critical. I can set up OJS in a way that is stable, secure, and ready for real academic submissions from day one. Here’s how I would approach your project: • Install and configure the latest stable OJS version • Set up full journal structure (roles, workflows, permissions, email notifications) • Configure complete editorial workflow from submission to publication (peer review, copyediting, production) • Enable OAI-PMH, XML export, and SEO-ready metadata for indexing preparation • Secure the platform with SSL, backups, and performance optimization • Test end-to-end workflow using sample submissions • Provide full documentation and training for your editorial team I have worked on similar backend-heavy systems involving structured workflows, user roles, and API integrations, which aligns closely with OJS requirements. Timeline: 2–4 weeks as requested, depending on hosting access and Crossref credentials. Support: I can also provide post-launch maintenance and updates if needed. Best regards, M Fawad
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