Editor in Chief

Wiley Global Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global publishing company located in Oxford is seeking an Editor in Chief for their health sciences portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in biomedical science and extensive experience in scientific publishing. Responsibilities include developing journals, overseeing peer reviews, and representing the company at key events. This full-time position offers a competitive salary with a range between 34,700 GBP to 49,767 GBP.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development programs

Meeting-free Friday afternoons

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and achieve results.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic development of health sciences journals.
• Ensure best practices and ethical standards in publishing.
• Represent Wiley at conferences and outreach activities.

Skills

Google Docs

Management Experience

Copy Editing

Content Development

Team Management

Public Speaking

Writing Skills

Education

PhD degree in biomedical science or related field

Job description

Job Description: Editor in Chief

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; its in our differences that we empower the way the world learns.

Location: Oxford GBR

About the Role

Wileys prestigious health sciences portfolio is looking for a dynamic and ambitious individual to join the team in the role of Editor in Chief Health Sciences. You will use your background in scientific research your knowledge of the publishing landscape and your strong communication and networking skills to drive the strategic development of one or more journals raising the profile and visibility of those journal(s) in the community and attracting new authors and content. The Editor in Chief will also be involved in the peer review and decision-making of submitted manuscripts and ensures adoption of best practices and highest ethical standards in publishing.

How you will make an impact

• Leverage your network knowledge of the subject area and its development and desk research skills to drive content acquisition and submissions growth across the health sciences portfolio.
• Strategically develop one or more journals from scientific and publishing perspectives within the context of the broader health sciences journals portfolio.
• Establish and maintain a strong network of scientists who are the journals authors peer reviewers and board members.
• Represent Wiley / the health sciences portfolio at conferences and through in-person and virtual outreach activities at universities and research institutes.
• Contribute to the editorial evaluation peer review and decision making for manuscripts submitted to several journals.
• Collaborate with your manager and colleagues to establish a team culture of trust respect and high performance.

We are looking for people who

• A PhD degree in biomedical science or similar with an excellent research background and a strong understanding of recent trends and developments.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with a flexible and innovative approach to problems and a focus on defining and achieving outcomes.
• Ability to work in a collaborative setting and achieve results through personal influence and engagement.
• A self‑motivated diplomatic and flexible approach with outstanding organizational and time management skills and an excellent command of the English language (both written and verbal).
• A strong understanding of scientific publishing including commissioning and the peer‑review process. Prior experience in the publishing industry is highly desired.
• A keen interest in science communication and strong desire to advocate for innovations in publishing and open research.
• Confidence to present and represent the journal portfolio at conferences and through institute visits nurture existing contacts and develop new networks including the willingness to travel.

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 worlds most important challenges. We are advocates of advancement empowering knowledge‑seekers to transform todays biggest obstacles into tomorrows 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.

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 individuals 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 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. The range below represents Wileys good faith and reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role at the time of posting roles either in the United Kingdom Canada or USA. 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.

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

Salary Range

34700 GBP to 49767 GBP

Key Skills

Google Docs,Management Experience,Copy Editing,AP Style,Content Development,Journalism,Team Management,CorelDraw,Leadership Experience,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Monthly Salary

49767 - 49767

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