Commissioning Editor- Content Acquisition Team UK - 2 vacancies

Taylor & Francis; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publisher in London is seeking Commissioning Editors to join their Content Acquisition team. In this role, you will identify growth areas for article submissions, engage with researchers, and work closely with editorial teams. Candidates with a background in biomedical sciences and experience in academic publishing are encouraged to apply. This role offers flexibility and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

4 paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience working in academic publishing.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work to deadlines.
• Active interest in open access and publishing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured analysis of academic fields to identify growth areas.
• Engage researchers to encourage article submissions.
• Work alongside editorial teams and authors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant academic background in Medicine and Health

Tools

Content management systems

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12.08.2025

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We are currently recruiting for two Commissioning Editors to join our global Content Acquisition team.

These roles will be be hired on a balanced working basis, with at least 3 days per week worked from our office in Blackfriars, London.

The key purpose of this Commissioning Editor role is to commission high-quality article submissions, delivering an ongoing pipeline of published material across a broad scope of Taylor & Francis Medicine and Health Journals.Given the portfolio of assigned journals, the Content Acquisition Team is particularly interested in applicants with an biomedical sciences background.

This role will involve undertaking detailed analysis of academic fields and growth areas, understanding the breadth of research outputs in those areas and engaging with researchers to build awareness of the benefits of publishing with Taylor & Francis. You will need to build relationships with the research community and work closely alongside our journal Editors and Editorial Boards, as well as internal Editorial teams.

What you will be doing:

• Regularly conduct structured analysis of relevant academic fields, using a range of tools, to identify areas of growth and potential opportunities to drive article submissions across the portfolio.
• You will identify key target researchers and research groups to develop and implement structured commissioning plans.
• You will commission high-quality, relevant content for a range of titles across our journal portfolio, delivering content within specified timeframes.
• You will build strong networks with these researchers via 1:1 discussion, presentations, conference attendance, etc., and engage them in discussion regarding potential Article Collections and submissions to Taylor & Francis journals. You will work closely with them to act as key ambassadors and advocates to encourage submissions from their community.
• You will liaise closely with editors, authors, and other key partners to ensure delivery of the content pipeline.
• You will develop a thorough knowledge of our Editorial Policies, ensuring these are followed at all times.
• You will continually build your knowledge across subject areas, developing your profile as a Commissioning Editor.
• You will work closely with your team members to enable flexibility and ensure targets are met.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• A relevant academic or working background across disciplines within Medicine and Health
• Experience working in academic publishing
• Strong organisational skills, efficiency, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize effectively and to work to (often competing) deadlines
• A positive and pro-active approach to problem solving both in daily tasks and more complex troubleshooting
• Able to work cooperatively with local and global colleagues at all levels
• Active interest in open access, open data, and open science, as well as in publishing and related matter
• Be open to flexible working hours to accommodate meetings with colleagues in USA, Europe and Asia

Note that although clear written communication and some light editing skills will be required, this is not a copywriter/content editor role

Additional Information

At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. You will be joining a thriving business, working alongside an exceptional group of people. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.

What we offer in return:

• An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture.
• 25 days annual leave per year pro rata, plus an extra day off for your birthday
• 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year
• 4 paid volunteering days each year
• Employee assistance programme – offering 24/7 well-being support
• Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares.
• Life assurance, plus optical and medical care.

You must have the right to work and live in the United Kingdom.

Closing Date for applications:17th August 2025.

We want all our candidates to shine in our recruitment process. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to ensure you are able to show us your best self. This could include having the application form in a different format, more time for questions, or anything else – please ask us, we are happy to be flexible! Please contact

Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis

If you’re excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge, we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience don’t fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis, we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and contribute regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague, you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources, incentives, and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and to live a healthy, balanced life.

Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits, develops, and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non-merit-based factor.

We genuinely care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: