Scientific Editor – PhD Level

STEM Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Life Sciences is seeking a passionate Scientific Editor. This entry-level position is perfect for a Life Science PhD graduate eager to contribute to high-quality scientific publications. You'll engage with renowned scientists, ensuring clarity and accuracy in scientific communication. With hybrid working options and a competitive salary, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. If you have a keen eye for detail and a love for science, this is the perfect chance to launch your career.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private health insurance

Dental and optical cover

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Fresh fruit

Employee support programme

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or related field required.
• Strong computer literacy and excellent written English are essential.

Responsibilities

• Check and clarify data accepted for publication.
• Copy-edit articles according to in-house journal style.
• Liaise with the scientific community and internal production team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Written English Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Time Management Skills

Scientific Data Interpretation

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences

Post-doctoral Experience

Tools

Computer Literacy

Job description

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Job Benefits: Hybrid working, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension scheme, private health insurance, dental and optical cover, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, fresh fruit, employee support programme

Job Keywords: Scientific Editor Jobs / Medical Communications Jobs / Scientific Communications Jobs / PhD Jobs / PhD Biology Jobs / PhD Biochemistry Jobs

We are currently working with a leading publishing group in Life Sciences who have been going for almost 30 years. They publish over 10 journals in various therapeutic areas and the members of the editorial board are world-renowned scientists. Their aim is to enable scientific communication in a clear and concise manner, striving to meet deadlines and goals and provide prompt publication of original high-quality work.

They are currently looking for a Life Science PhD graduate to join their expanding team in a Scientific Editor position. They are able to offer hybrid working, a competitive salary and excellent benefits. There is training provided in copy-editing and opportunities for further career development.

Job responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity for an entry-level PhD graduate to join who has an aptitude for interpreting scientific data and attention to detail to identify inconsistencies in written work. The role involves checking and clarifying data accepted for publication and copy-editing articles according to the in-house journal style. The role also requires editors to liaise with the scientific community and the internal production team to maintain high standards across the journals.

Job Requirements

• A PhD in Biological Sciences or related
• Post-doctoral experience is helpful, but not essential
• High level of computer literacy and ability to demonstrate excellent written English
• Great attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science, Writing/Editing, and Research

• Industries

  Writing and Editing and Research Services

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