Associate Scientific Editor -Computer Science

Elsevier; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading information and analytics company is seeking an Associate Scientific Editor to support scholarly publication in Computer Science. The role involves evaluating manuscripts, managing the editorial process, and collaborating with authors to enhance their chances of publication. Candidates should possess an MD or PhD in Computer Science, along with a solid publication record and strong communication skills. This position is focused on advancing science and improving health outcomes.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Flexible Working Arrangement

Employee Assistance Program

Various Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• PhD holder with experience as an author.
• Published papers in scientific journals.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and results-driven work attitude.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate content in collaboration with external editors.
• Manage the editorial process from submission to final decision.
• Engage closely with authors to improve their manuscripts.

Skills

Strong written and spoken English

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Technology-savvy

Education

MD or PhD in Computer Science

Post-doctoral experience in bio-informatics or surgery-related topics

Job description

Associate Scientific Editor – Computer Science

Are You a PhD holder ?

Would you like to use your PhD and experience as an author to support researchers in scholarly publication?

About our Team

At STM Journals, we collaborate with researchers to facilitate the publication of their impactful scientific discoveries, with a focus on rigorous peer review, ethics, and reproducibility. In support of our portfolio of 2700+ hybrid and open ACCESS scientific journals, you will actively contribute to advancing science, improving health outcomes, and fostering equitable participation in publishing.

About the Role

The role of Associate Scientific Editor sits within the Author Heroes team. Members of our team use scientific expertise and problem‑solving skills to improve the author experience and help authors find a suitable home for their paper.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating content as a partner to external editors;
• Improving the editorial process for editors and reviewers iteratively;
• Engaging closely with authors to help them improve their manuscripts;
• Managing the editorial process for papers, from submission through peer review to the final decision;
• Helping authors increase their odds of success in being published in another journal if rejected from their first choice.
• Recruit and manage external editors, holding them to the same standard

Requirements

• MD, or PhD in Computer Science
• We are especially interested in candidates with doctoral or post‑doctoral experience in fields such as bio‑informatics or surgery‑related topics.
• Demonstrate a professional level of written and spoken English
• Demonstrate an experimental, results‑driven, and enthusiastic work attitude;
• Have a record of having published papers in scientific journals;
• Stay technology‑savvy, familiar with online platforms, social media, and digital content;
• Exhibit good communication skills and excellent written and spoken English;
• Show broad scientific interest and a desire to serve and help customers in 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 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:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.
• Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.
• Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
• Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.
• Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work‑life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.
• Medical Screening: Your well‑being is a top priority.
• Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
• Long‑Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.
• New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.
• Subsidized Meals in Chennai: Enjoy delicious meals at discounted rates.
• Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.
• Free Transport pick up and drop from the home -office - home (applies in Chennai)

About the Business

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

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