Deputy Editor (Physical Chemistry)

Wiley; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiley is seeking a Deputy Editor (Physical Chemistry) for Advanced Science, with hybrid work options in Pune or Noida, India. The role focuses on growing the physical chemistry portfolio and building relationships with researchers to commission high-quality papers.

You will participate in peer review, maintain high ethical standards, and represent the journal portfolio at conferences and institute visits, traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related fields with a strong research background.
• 2+ years post-PhD experience in academia, publishing, or industry.
• Strong understanding of physical chemistry and current research landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic initiatives to grow Wiley's Advanced Portfolio in physical chemistry.
• Represent Wiley at conferences and outreach activities.
• Collaborate with editorial teams to manage manuscripts and editorial evaluation.
• Foster a team culture of trust, respect, and high performance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Networking

Strategic thinking

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related fields

Tools

Open Access workflows

Manuscript management systems

Job description

Job Description

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role

Location: Pune, Maharashtra OR Noida, U.P.

Work Model: Hybrid (On-site presence required)

Preferred background: PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science or related fields.

We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious individual to join our team as Deputy Editor (Physical Chemistry) for our flagship journal, Advanced Science. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated Advanced portfolio ambassador with an extensive global network in physical chemistry, driving strategic initiatives that bridge groundbreaking research communities and shape how interdisciplinary science is published and shared worldwide. The Deputy Editor actively participates in the peer review process and decision‑making for submitted manuscripts while ensuring adoption of best practices and the highest ethical standards in publishing.

How you will make an impact

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow Wiley's Advanced Portfolio within the physical chemistry community globally. Leverage your network, knowledge of the subject area and its development, and desk research skills to commission high-quality papers and build collaborative relationships with leading researchers to enhance content quality and brand influence.
• Represent Wiley and the physical sciences portfolio at conferences and through in‑person and virtual outreach activities at universities and research institutes.
• Collaborate with the global editorial team across departments to develop the journal portfolio and to manage manuscripts submitted from related subject areas for Advanced Science. Contribute to the editorial evaluation, peer review, and decision‑making for manuscripts submitted to one or more journals.
• Collaborate with managers and colleagues to establish a team culture of trust, respect, and high performance.

Qualifications

• A PhD in Chemistry or related fields (Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering) with an excellent research background and a strong understanding of the current research landscape in physical chemistry.
• 2+ years of post-PhD work experience (Post-doctoral, Academic, Publishing) is required. International experience is highly desirable.
• Subject matter expertise in physical chemistry with preference in energy, catalysis, and surface science.
• 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, efficiency, and time management skills and an excellent command of the English language (both written and verbal).
• Keen interest in science and science communication and a 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.
• Mindset with ability to identify opportunities and convert strategic visions into actionable plans.
• A strong understanding of scientific publishing, including commissioning and the peer-review process. Prior experience in publishing, editorial, or science communication experience and understanding of Open Access workflows and Open Research is highly desirable.

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