Assistant Editor - Viruses

Nashville Public Radio; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MDPI USA in Philadelphia is seeking an Assistant Editor who is eager to begin a career in scholarly publishing. This full-time, in-office role offers on-the-job training while you support researchers worldwide in publishing their latest results.

As part of the Editorial team, you will organize peer review, manage communications with authors and reviewers, and coordinate decisions to ensure timely publication.

Qualifications

• PhD in Virology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, or related field.
• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with balanced precision and priorities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, international team environment.
• Scholarly publishing experience is an asset but not required.
• Experience in writing and creating presentations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Organize the peer review process for submitted manuscripts and coordinate editorial decisions.
• Handle email communication between authors, reviewers, editors, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with other members of the editorial and production teams.
• Ensure that scholarly articles are edited and published on tight deadlines with high consistency.

Skills

Scholarly publishing

English proficiency

MS Office

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Editorial process familiarity

Presentation skills

Education

PhD in Virology

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role Summary

To strengthen our Editorial team, we are looking for recent graduates who are eager to stay connected to scientific research by supporting researchers worldwide in publishing their latest results. This is a full-time, in-office, entry-level, and permanent position based in our Philadelphia office.

As an Assistant Editor, you will:

Support the editorial process for MDPI journal, Viruses;

• Organize the peer review process for submitted manuscripts and coordinate editorial decisions;
• Handle email communication between authors, reviewers, editors, and internal teams;
• Collaborate closely with other members of the editorial and production teams;
• Ensure that scholarly articles are accurately edited and published according to tight deadlines with a high degree of consistency.

Requirements

Education

• a PhD in Virology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, or a related field;

Skills And Experience

• Demonstrated experience publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals is required.
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to balance precision and broader priorities
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a dynamic, international environment
• Previous experience in scholarly publishing is an asset but not required
• Experience in writing and creating presentations is an asset

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $54,000-60,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. MDPI USA offers a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with company policies.

Training & Development

Successful candidates will receive full training in editorial work, working closely with Managing Editors and learning how to process research articles from submission to publication. Training will be supervised by an assigned tutor and will take place on the job during the first six months. Depending on your academic background, you will be assigned to journals related to your field of study or research. No prior editorial experience is required; however, familiarity with the academic editorial process is an asset. This role offers an excellent opportunity to begin your career in a dynamic multinational organization that values talent, enthusiasm, and professional growth.

Join MDPI USA

This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to join a global publishing company with a collaborative and fast-paced work environment. We offer professional development opportunities, exposure to diverse projects, and clear pathways for career advancement within a multinational organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDPI is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your needs.