Assistant Manager- Peer Review

Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd.; Chennai; Presencial; INR 2.500.000 - 4.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Macmillan Publishers India Pvt Ltd. is seeking a Peer Review Services Lead Manager in Chennai to head Editorial Assistants and oversee all peer review activities.

The role requires a Ph.D. or master's in a relevant field with at least five years’ peer review experience and proven leadership. The position is based at the Chennai office and emphasizes quality, timelines, and stakeholder collaboration.

Formación

• Ph.D./Masters in a relevant subject.
• At least 5 years of hands-on peer review experience.
• Proven experience in managing Editorial Assistants.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and lead Editorial Assistants, ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to the team for effective collaboration.
• Develop and implement peer review policies aligning with best practices.
• Ensure timely and quality peer review execution and deadlines.
• Oversee accuracy and completeness of peer review reports.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Set up governance calls with customers to address concerns and updates.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Educación

PhD or Masters

Descripción del empleo

The Peer Review Services Lead Manager will be a key figure responsible for leading a team of Editorial Assistants and ensuring the seamless execution of all peer review activities in adherence to established guidelines and procedures. The ideal candidate should possess a robust background in peer review process and demonstrate proficiency in team management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead a team of Editorial Assistants, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to established procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to Editorial Assistants, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to peer review, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Ensure all peer review activities are conducted in a timely and efficient manner, meeting quality standards and deadlines.
• Oversee the accuracy and completeness of all peer review reports, maintaining high standards of quality in the review process.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, to enhance collaboration and communication.
• Set up governance calls with customers to address concerns, provide updates, and maintain a strong partnership.

Ph.D./Masters in a relevant subject.

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in peer review within a related field.
• Proven experience in managing a team of Editorial Assistants, demonstrating effective leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate efficient team collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to ensure streamlined peer review processes.

Work from office and location Chennai