Associate Scientific Editor

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their Author Heroes team within the Science, Technology and Medical Journal division. This role focuses on enhancing the author experience by guiding them through the publication process and improving editorial practices. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in a relevant scientific field and possess strong communication skills. The company promotes a healthy work/life balance and offers flexible working options, ensuring that you can contribute effectively while maintaining your personal commitments. Join a team that values innovation and supports the scientific community.

Benefits

Health care plans and benefits

Modern family benefits

Life assurance and accident policies

Comprehensive pension and retirement plans

Access to learning and development resources

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant scientific field required.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate content and guide authors through the submission process.
• Improve editorial processes for better author experience.
• Engage with authors to enhance manuscript quality.

Skills

PhD in Physical Sciences

PhD in Life Sciences

PhD in Health and Medical Sciences

PhD in Social Sciences

Communication Skills

Technologically Savvy

Education

PhD

Job description

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About the Role

Within our Science, Technology and Medical Journal (STMJ) division, the Author Heroes team leverages scientific expertise and problem-solving skills to enhance the author experience. We assist authors in finding suitable publication venues for their papers.

Responsibilities

1. Evaluating content as a partner to external editors;
2. Improving the editorial process for editors and reviewers iteratively;
3. Engaging closely with authors to help them improve their manuscripts;
4. Helping authors increase their chances of success in publishing, including guidance on submitting to alternative journals if rejected from their first choice.

Content evaluation is based on questions such as: Is the article within the aims and scope of the journal? Does the science make sense? Do the results support the main conclusions? Have the authors chosen an appropriate method? Is the manuscript of sufficient quality? Is this the right journal for this work, or could the authors improve their manuscript to increase their chances of success elsewhere?

Our Editors guide authors and ensure a smooth submission experience for our journals.

Requirements

1. Hold a PhD in Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, or Social Sciences (especially Economics);
2. Demonstrate an experimental, results-driven, and enthusiastic work attitude;
3. Maintain a record of published papers in scientific journals;
4. Stay technologically savvy, familiar with online platforms, social media, and digital content;
5. Exhibit good communication skills and fluency in written and spoken English;
6. Build relationships and act as a self-starter, capable of connecting with the scientific community and across Elsevier at various levels within a large international environment;
7. Show broad scientific interest and a desire to serve and assist the scientific and clinical community, including authors, editors, and reviewers.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer attractive working prospects, including wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals to support your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.

Flexible Working Options

- Working flexible hours to help you work when you are most productive.

Benefits

As part of our commitment to your wellbeing, benefits may vary by location but typically include:

• Health care plans and benefits
• Modern family benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Life assurance and accident policies
• Comprehensive pension and retirement plans
• Access to learning and development resources

Your recruiter will advise you on the specific benefits available in your location.