Editorial Specialist for Engineering Journals

MDPI Romania; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Pay rise after probation

Flexible hours

Life event leave

Central Manchester office

Perkbox

Health cash plan

Cycle scheme

Tech scheme

Job summary

MDPI is seeking recent PhD and Master’s graduates for an Assistant Editor role in Manchester. This in-office, full-time position supports the editorial process, coordinates peer review, and manages communications to ensure timely publication.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a dynamic, international environment with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's degree in a field related to Engineering.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Team player with the capability to work in a dynamic, international environment.
• Detail oriented with the capacity to see the big picture.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Very good communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the editorial process for academic journals in your domain of expertise.
• Organize peer review and coordinate editorial decisions.
• Handle email communication between parties in the publication process.
• Collaborate with editorial and production teams.
• Ensure scholarly articles are edited and published on tight deadlines.

Skills

MS Office

English proficiency

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Coordination

Education

PhD preferred

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

MDPI is seeking recent PhD and Master’s graduates for an Assistant Editor role in Manchester. This in-office, full-time position supports the editorial process, coordinates peer review, and manages communications to ensure timely publication.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a dynamic, international environment with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive benefits package.