Hybrid Scientific Editor for Biomedical Publishing

Guardian Jobs; Harrow; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Jobs is seeking a Scientific Editor for a London-based scientific publisher. The role involves editing manuscripts, supporting the peer review process, and evaluating content to ensure accuracy and clarity.

The position operates on a hybrid basis, with 1 day in the office and 4 days from home. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in biological sciences, possess excellent written and verbal communication, and manage deadlines while maintaining current scientific knowledge.

Qualifications

• PhD in biological sciences required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to train in house copy-editing.
• Editorial or publishing experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Copyedit manuscripts for language and readability.
• Check factual content and queries.
• Assess author responses to edits.
• Participate in peer review and plagiarism checks.
• Collaborate with editors and internal teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Copyediting

Scientific communication

Editorial judgment

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Biological sciences

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Guardian Jobs is seeking a Scientific Editor for a London-based scientific publisher. The role involves editing manuscripts, supporting the peer review process, and evaluating content to ensure accuracy and clarity.

The position operates on a hybrid basis, with 1 day in the office and 4 days from home. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in biological sciences, possess excellent written and verbal communication, and manage deadlines while maintaining current scientific knowledge.