Assistant Editor - Bilingual

MDPI Romania; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MDPI Canada in Toronto is seeking an Assistant Editor, an entry-level, full-time in-office role. The position supports editors across journals and involves coordinating peer review, manuscript handling, and responsive communication with authors and reviewers.

Applicants should be recent graduates with fluency in Spanish and English, a strong grounding in research publishing, and proficiency in MS Office. No prior editorial experience is required, but familiarity with editorial processes is an

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) is required.
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals is required.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Team player with the capability to work in an international environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Very good communication and coordination skills.
• Professional experience with scholarship publishing is an asset.
• Experience in creating presentations and writing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the editorial process for journals in your domain.
• Organize peer review and coordinate editorial decisions.
• Handle email communications between parties in the publication process.
• Collaborate with editorial and production teams.
• Ensure scholarly articles are edited and published to deadlines.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Journal publishing experience

MS Office proficiency

Team player

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation/writing experience

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

PhD in a relevant field (asset)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

To strengthen our Editorial team, we are looking for recent graduates who are eager to stay connected to scientific research by helping researchers worldwide publish their latest results. This is a full-time, in-office, entry level, and permanent position based in our Toronto office. Please note: This role requires full professional fluency in both Spanish and English (written and spoken).

As An Assistant Editor, You Will

• Support the editorial process for academic research journals in your domain of expertise;
• Organize the peer review process for submitted manuscripts and coordinate editorial decisions;
• Handle email communication between the parties involved in the publication process;
• Collaborate with other members of the editorial team and production team;
• Ensure that scholarly articles are accurately edited and published according to tight deadlines with a high degree of consistency.

Requirements:

Education

• Demonstrated experience publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals is required.
• A Master's degree in a relevant field, including
  • Environmental sciences, materials sciences, mechanical engineering, physics, occupational health;
  • Chemistry, biochemistry, biology, molecular biology, oncology, health sciences, nutrition, food sciences, pharmaceutical science.
• A PhD in any of the above fields is an asset.

Skills and experience

• Full professional fluency in both Spanish and English (written and spoken) is required;
• Demonstrated experience publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals is required.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Team player with the capability to work in a dynamic, international environment;
• Detail-oriented with the capacity to see the big picture;
• Strong organizational and time management skills;
• Very good communication and coordination skills;
• Professional experience with scholarship publishing is an asset;
• Experience in creating presentations and writing is an asset.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $54,000-$60,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. MDPI Canada also offers a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with company policies.

Training & Development

As a successful candidate, you will receive full training in editorial work, working closely with Managing Editors and learning how to process research articles from submission to publication. Training supervised by an assigned tutor will take place on the job during the first six months. Depending on your background, you will be assigned to work on journals related to your field of study or research. No previous editorial experience is required; however, a familiarity with the academic editorial process is an asset.

Join MDPI Canada?

This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to join a global publishing company with a collaborative, fast-paced environment. We offer professional development opportunities, exposure to diverse projects, and the chance to grow your career within a multinational organization.

MDPI Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented groups.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarian with Disabilities Act (AODA), MDPI Canada is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.