English Editor

Omniscient Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A publishing company in Singapore is looking for an Editorial Assistant to manage the submission system and support the editorial workflow for academic journals. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in science or engineering are preferred, though those without experience are welcome to apply. The role involves editing articles, conducting reviews, and coordinating seminars to enhance journal quality.

Qualifications

• Understanding of academic publishing processes and peer review systems.
• Ability to handle large volumes of manuscripts while ensuring quality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the journal’s submission system.
• Support editorial workflow from submission to publication.
• Edit and format scholarly articles.
• Monitor research developments in the journal’s field.
• Build communication with editor and board members.
• Conduct preliminary manuscript reviews.
• Manage media presence for the journal.
• Host academic seminars.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in science and engineering

Job description

What you\'ll be doing

• Maintain the journal’s submission system and ensure the accuracy and integrity of data.

• Support and oversee the editorial workflow for academic research journals, from submission to publication.

• Collaborate closely with editorial and production teams to streamline processes, ensure efficiency, and meet strict publication deadlines.

• Edit and format scholarly articles with precision, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with journal standards.

• Monitor research developments and emerging trends in the journal’s field, providing input to support the editor in achieving strategic goals.

• Build and maintain strong communication with the editor-in-chief, editorial board members, authors, and reviewers to ensure smooth journal operations.

• Conduct preliminary manuscript reviews, provide editorial feedback, and manage revisions to ensure submissions meet publication requirements.

• Manage the journal’s presence on media platforms by publishing research updates and news to strengthen visibility and readership.

• Coordinate and host academic seminars, inviting experts and scholars to discuss key topics, thereby enhancing the journal’s quality and academic influence.

What we\'re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree or above, science and engineering background preferred.

• Candidates without experience are welcome to apply; candidates with relevant experience are preferred;

• Familiarity with academic publishing processes and peer review systems.

• Strong communication and time management skills.

• Detail-oriented, patient, efficient, and capable of handling large volumes of manuscripts while ensuring quality.