Editorial Assistant – Scientific Journals (Entry Level)

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

Job summary

MDPI Canada is seeking an Assistant Editor in Toronto for a full-time, in-office, entry-level, and permanent position. The role supports editors and researchers worldwide, managing peer review and editorial decisions while maintaining strict publication deadlines.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated peer-reviewed publishing experience and a Master’s degree in related fields. Training will be provided, with opportunities to grow within a global publishing company.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Team player capable of working in a dynamic, international environment.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to see the big picture.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Experience in scholarship publishing is an asset.
• Experience in creating presentations and writing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the editorial process for journals in your domain of expertise.
• Organize the peer review process and coordinate editorial decisions.
• Handle email communication between all parties involved in publication.
• Collaborate with editorial and production teams.
• Ensure scholarly articles are edited and published on tight deadlines with consistency.

Skills

Peer-reviewed publications experience

MS Office

International teamwork

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication & coordination

Scholarship publishing asset

Presentations & writing asset

Education

Master's degree in Food Sciences / related fields

PhD in related fields (asset)

Job description

MDPI Canada is seeking an Assistant Editor in Toronto for a full-time, in-office, entry-level, and permanent position. The role supports editors and researchers worldwide, managing peer review and editorial decisions while maintaining strict publication deadlines.

The ideal candidate has demonstrated peer-reviewed publishing experience and a Master’s degree in related fields. Training will be provided, with opportunities to grow within a global publishing company.