Deputy Editor, Advanced Science - Energy Research

Wiley; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading publishing company in Berlin is seeking a Deputy Editor for the Advanced Science journal. This role demands a Ph.D. in a related field and a strong background in energy research. The successful candidate will oversee the peer review process, shape the journal's editorial strategy, and play a pivotal role in quality assurance of published research. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Leistungen

Meeting-free Friday afternoons

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifikationen

• Energy research background is a strict requirement.
• Prior editorial experience in scientific publishing is highly desirable.
• Passion for scientific publishing and commitment to excellence.

Aufgaben

• Identify emerging research trends and commission high-impact content.
• Manage the peer review process for submitted manuscripts.
• Contribute to journal strategy and scope with the editorial board.

Kenntnisse

Strong publication record

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Deputy Editor, Advanced Science - Energy Research

Location: Berlin, DEU

Our mission is to unlock human potential. We welcome you for who you are, the background you bring, and we embrace individuals who get excited about learning. Bring your experiences, your perspectives, and your passion; it's in our differences that we empower the way the world learns.

About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Deputy Editor with a Ph.D. in the physical sciences, with a strong background in energy research, to join our in-house editorial team, particularly for our growing Open Access flagship journal Advanced Science. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic development and editorial direction of our leading Advanced family of journals. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and impact of published content, while working closely with authors, reviewers, and fellow editors.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging research trends and commission high-impact content.
• Collaborate with the Editor-in-Chief and editorial board to shape journal strategy and scope.
• Represent our journals at scientific conferences and within the research community.
• Contribute to initiatives that promote sound science, transparency, and ethical publishing practices.
• Manage the peer review process for submitted manuscripts, ensuring timely and rigorous evaluation.
• Make editorial decisions and provide constructive feedback to authors.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field. Energy research background is a strict requirement.
• Strong publication record and deep understanding of the physical sciences research landscape.
• Prior editorial experience (e.g., as a reviewer, guest editor, or editorial board member) and understanding of Open Access workflows and Open Research is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills. Passion for scientific publishing and commitment to editorial excellence.

About Wiley

Wiley is a trusted leader in research and learning, our pioneering solutions and services are paving the way for knowledge seekers as they work to solve the world's most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement, empowering knowledge-seekers to transform today's biggest obstacles into tomorrow's brightest opportunities.

With over 200 years of experience in publishing, we continue to evolve knowledge seekers' steps into strides, illuminating their path forward to personal, educational, and professional success at every stage. Around the globe, we break down barriers for innovators, empowering them to advance discoveries in their fields, adapt their workforces, and shape minds.

EEO and Benefits

Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.

We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.

We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.

When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.