Senior Editor - Science and Mathematics

Sultan Chand & Sons (P) Ltd; Dadri; On-site; INR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sultan Chand & Sons (P) Ltd in Noida invites a Senior Editor for Science and Mathematics to lead end-to-end manuscript development, evaluation, and editorial quality.

You will coordinate with authors, reviewers, and editors, align content with CBSE/ICSE syllabi, supervise proofs, diagrams, and terminology, and ensure clarity and pedagogical integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong subject-matter expertise in Science and Mathematics across school/college levels.
• Experience in manuscript development, evaluation, and multi-edition handling.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with clear, age-appropriate language.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end development of science and mathematics manuscripts.
• Coordinate with authors, reviewers, and subject matter experts to refine content.
• Ensure adherence to syllabi requirements and publish-ready standards.
• Review proofs, diagrams, formulas, and terminology for accuracy.
• Monitor market trends and contribute input on new titles and revisions.

Skills

Science & Maths editing

Manuscript development

Copyediting & proofreading

Pedagogical alignment

Curriculum research

Deadline management

Author coordination

Education

Degree in Science/Maths/Education

Experience in educational publishing

Editing background

Tools

MS Word

Editing workflows

Job description

Company Description

Sultan Chand & Sons (P) Ltd is a long-established educational publishing house, drawing its lineage from a company founded in 1950. It publishes nearly 500 titles for learners from Pre-Primary to college level and is widely recognized for high-quality content, thoughtful design, and accessible pricing. Its books are prescribed in reputed schools and colleges across India, especially for Accountancy and English Grammar, and many titles are also used in neighboring countries. The company works closely with distinguished academicians and educators to keep content revised and aligned with evolving curricula and learner needs. Headquartered in Darya Ganj, New Delhi, it maintains an extensive marketing network to provide responsive support and client satisfaction.

Role Description

The Senior Editor - Science and Mathematics is a full-time, on-site role based in Noida. The role involves overseeing the end-to-end development of science and mathematics manuscripts, including evaluation, structural editing, copyediting, and ensuring pedagogical integrity. The editor will coordinate with authors, reviewers, and subject matter experts to refine content, align it with relevant syllabi and board requirements, and maintain consistency in tone, level, and learning outcomes. Day-to-day tasks include managing publication schedules, reviewing proofs, ensuring accurate use of diagrams, formulas, and terminology, and collaborating with design and production teams. The role also requires monitoring market and curriculum trends, providing input on new titles and revisions, and upholding the publisher’s quality standards in all science and mathematics outputs.

Qualifications

• Strong subject-matter expertise in Science and Mathematics, with the ability to work across school and college-level content.
• Demonstrated experience with manuscript development and evaluation, including handling multiple manuscripts and editions.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and age-appropriate language for educational publications.
• Proficiency in research related to curricula, examination patterns, and educational best practices, and in reviewing academic publications.
• Relevant academic background (e.g., degree in Science, Mathematics, Education, or related fields) and prior experience in educational publishing or editorial roles.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and comfort working closely with authors, teachers, and internal teams.
• Familiarity with CBSE, ICSE, and other major boards’ requirements; experience in school or college teaching is an advantage.
• Comfort with basic digital tools for editing, document management, and communication; openness to learning new publishing workflows.