Deputy Editor, The Lancet Regional Health - Europe (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

TN Spain; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Deputy Editor to support journal organization and enhance publication quality. This role involves overseeing submissions, training new editors, and fostering relationships with the medical research community. You'll have the opportunity to craft engaging editorials and represent the journal at conferences. The organization values work-life balance and offers numerous benefits, including generous leave, health screening, and a competitive pension scheme. If you are passionate about public health and have editorial expertise, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Servicios

Generous holiday allowance

Health screening

Private medical benefits

Life assurance

Contributory pension scheme

Travel Season ticket loan

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Maternity and paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to learning and development resources

Formación

• Medical degree or PhD in biomedical science or public health required.
• Senior editorial experience with a strong understanding of journal production.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the Editor-in-Chief with publication decisions and editorial strategy.
• Train new Editors and develop relationships with medical research communities.

Conocimientos

Editorial experience

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Command of English

IT proficiency

Educación

Medical degree

PhD in relevant discipline

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Deputy Editor, The Lancet Regional Health - Europe (12 Month Fixed Term Contract), Barcelona

Client: [Client Name]

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 25.04.2025

Expiry Date: 09.06.2025

Job Description:

About the Role

As a Deputy Editor, you'll assist the Editor-in-Chief with journal organization and preparation. You'll oversee submissions and peer reviews, ensuring high-quality publications. You'll also train new Editors and collaborate with other Lancet journal teams. Additionally, you'll build international relationships to share impactful research findings.

Responsibilities

1. Assisting the Editor-in-Chief with decisions on which new submissions should be considered for publication.
2. Helping the Editor develop editorial strategy, including development of special projects such as Series and Commissions.
3. Assisting with timely production of 12 journal issues.
4. Providing training and mentorship to new Editors on the team, focusing on manuscript evaluation, peer-review processes, editorial writing, and commissioning.
5. Writing editorials, organizing peer review of research articles and reviews, and conducting webinars and podcasts with authors and key opinion leaders.
6. Developing and maintaining relationships with medical research communities to solicit high-quality research, particularly clinical trials, for the journal.
7. Attending conferences and other events to represent the journal, identify suitable topics and authors, and stay up-to-date with current developments in medical research.

Requirements

1. A medical degree in a relevant discipline or a higher degree (PhD) in a relevant discipline (e.g., biomedical science, public health, global health).
2. Editorial experience at a senior level, with a good understanding of editorial process and journal production.
3. Thorough knowledge of clinical and global public health pertaining to WHO Europe region.
4. Ability to engage and build relationships with external stakeholders.
5. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently to demanding deadlines.
6. Excellent command of the English language and the ability to write in an engaging and interesting manner.
7. Proficiency with IT systems including MS Office.
8. A genuine commitment to equity in health and health care.
9. An unfailingly can-do attitude.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days.
• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits.
• Life assurance.
• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme.
• Save As You Earn share option scheme.
• Travel Season ticket loan.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme.
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children.
• RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you.
• Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer.
• Access to extensive learning and development resources.
• Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work.