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Stephen F.

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PhD Researcher & Editor | Thesis or Dissertation

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Joined on March 21, 2025

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$20 USD / Hour

Hello, I’m Stephen, PhD. Academic writing is where my technical precision meets my passion for creative, research-driven expression. Years of dedicated research and academic study shaped me into a writer who values precision, originality, and the quiet art of turning complexity into understanding. As a writer, I know how structure builds meaning, and the role of language in making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Those same principles now shape my approach to academic writing and editing, allowing me to transform critical research and complex theories into clear, structured, and meaningful scholarly work. I spent the last 14 years of my career as a freelance technical writer, and enjoyed every minute of it. I have written and refined dissertations, theses, research papers, reports, essays, and case studies across a wide range of disciplines. Whether crafting a new paper or refining an existing manuscript, my goal is to help clients express complex ideas with clarity and academic rigor. In addition, I am a technical writer with a doctorate in electrical engineering. About halfway through my career, I discovered I could write and write well. Most of my writing was for the medical electronics industry in Silicon Valley, but I also worked in the industrial realm. My first job position after having completed my Doctoral program at Berkeley was as a control systems engineer for Kaiser Aluminum. I also worked for G.E. Aerospace as a subcontractor to Livermore Labs, where I got my Secret and Top Secret clearance. My Approach: I value originality, intellectual depth, and research-driven writing. I personally write and edit every project through in-depth research, critical analysis, and carefully structured academic writing. Academic Writing & Research Services: -Dissertation & Thesis Writing -Academic Research & Literature Reviews -Research Papers, Essays & Case Studies -Editing, Proofreading & Formatting -Turnitin AI & Plagiarism Reports If you are seeking a dedicated academic writer and editor, I would be honored to contribute my expertise to your project. Sincerely, Steve, PhD

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Repeat hire rate

21%

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George G.

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Monthly Contract Report Polishing

The freelancer did an excellent job, completing it on time and within budget. The final deliverable demonstrated a high level of professionalism and experience.

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Mohamed S.

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$100 USD

15 days ago

Proofreading and Editing

Dr. Stephen is professional and friendly. He delivered high-quality work. I really appreciate his experience and knowledge, and I recommend him for any scientific article proofreading.

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Faith S.

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$150 USD

1 month ago

APA 7 Formatting 33-Page Paper

Mr Stephen F delivered my materials on time and didn’t accept some job exactly what was asked of him. I recommend him wholeheartedly and if I have any other work, I will use him again.

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Mohamed S.

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$150 USD

1 month ago

Proofreading

Mr. Stephen delivered high-quality work on time. I was very impressed by his work. I really recommend him if you are looking for high-quality editing and proofreading for your manuscript.

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Margaret B.

5.0

$100 USD

1 month ago

Book editing

He is a master at what he does. His patience and understanding as well as his professionalism are refreshing. He gets the job done when promised and is very easy to work with.

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Experience

Technical Writer

Apr, 1991 - Apr, 2004

13 years

Software Documentation and Testing

Apr, 1991 - Apr, 2004

13 years

I was responsible for producing specifications, designs, quality assurance plans, test plans, user manuals, maintenance manuals, and test protocols for companies that produce software, medical electronics, and manufacturing equipment.

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Minden, NV, United States

Apr, 1991 - Apr, 2004

13 years

Senior Software QA Engineer

Apr, 1990 - Apr, 1991

1 year

Puritan Bennett

Apr, 1990 - Apr, 1991

1 year

I was responsible for the release of software for oximeter, including preparing and executing software validation protocols, producing a software quality assurance plan, generating and performing hazard analyses, reviewing software designs, and maintaining QA documentation.

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Pleasanton, United States

Apr, 1990 - Apr, 1991

1 year

Senior Systems Engineer

May, 1987 - May, 1990

3 years

Varian Medical Systems

May, 1987 - May, 1990

3 years

I was responsible for producing technical documents at all levels on linear accelerator controls. I wrote comprehensive engineering design documents that became reference material for Varian Medical Systems. I designed and produced a hierarchy of complex test documentation - test plans, test designs, and test cases for computer-controlled linear accelerators, assuring thorough testing of all software and software-hardware interface features.

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Palo Alto, United States

May, 1987 - May, 1990

3 years

Education

University of California, Berkeley

1964 - 1971

7 years

PhD Electrical Engineering

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United States

1964 - 1971

7 years

University of California, Berkeley

1961 - 1963

2 years

MS Electrical Engineering

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United States

1961 - 1963

2 years

Cornell University

1956 - 1961

5 years

BS Electrical Engineering

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United States

1956 - 1961

5 years

Qualifications

PhD Electrical Engineering

1970

University of California, Berkeley

This award is one of the requirements for finding a research position at a good university. It is actually a proof of having performed independent research in Electrical Engineering to the satisfaction of the electrical engineering faculty. It also required successful completion of several graduate courses and passing critical oral and written exams.

1970

Publications

Time Domain Versus Frequency Domain Metal Bioelectrode Measurements

1974

Proc. Electroencephalography and Clinical Neurophysiology

We measured the response of Metal Bioelectrodes to pulses of varying shapes and amplitudes. We also measured the response of these electrodes to sine waves of various frequencies, especially low frequencies. The very low frequencies required sustained measuring that lasted several days.

1974

The Use of Photoconductive Cells in Photoplethysmography

1973

Med. and Biol. London

We measured the response of photoconductive cells to pulses of light of various frequencies, pulse shapes, and temperatures.

1973

Detectivities of Photoconductive and Silicon p-i-n Light Sensors in Photoplethysmography

1972

T.I.T. Journal of Life Sciences, Philadelphia

Photoplethysmography is a process in which light is introduced to a blood artery, reflected back by the blood within that artery, and measured by a sensor. We measured the frequency response of two different types of sensors: photoconductive and silicon p-i-n Light Sensors.

1972

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