PLOS One Public Health and Epidemiology Associate Editor- 2 Year Full TimeContract

Public Library of Science; Oregon; Híbrido; USD 67.000 - 73.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work environment

Home office stipend

Descripción de la vacante

The Public Library of Science (PLOS) is seeking an Associate Editor to oversee editorial processes for manuscripts submitted to its journals. The role requires prior research experience, rigorous evaluation, and applying internal guidelines to make nuanced editorial decisions.

You will collaborate with division colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver developmental and promotional activities. Responsibilities include handling complex editorial queries, supporting editorial board members

Formación

• Experience in a research environment, publishing, or related industry.
• Highly organized and efficient, with strong critical assessment.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with accuracy.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as escalation point for complex editorial queries.
• Support editors, editorial board members, and third-party teams to uphold high standards.
• Evaluate submissions and make decisions based on reviewer comments.
• Participate in policy development and improve journal visibility and integrity.
• Handle publication ethics queries.
• Build relationships with the academic community.
• Demonstrate a constructive attitude to change and growth.

Conocimientos

Research experience

Editorial evaluation

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Educación

Postgraduate degree

Descripción del empleo

• This position is fully remote/home based. Applications will be accepted from candidates based in the UK and the following US states: FL, IL, MA, MD, NY, PA, TX, VA.This is a 2 year FTCIn the US, this is a union represented position as part of the Pacific Media Workers Guild, Local 39521 of the NewsGuild-Communication Workers of America.

Role Summary

PLOS is a nonprofit organization on a mission to drive open science forward with measurable, meaningful change in research publishing, policy, and practice. We believe in a better future where science is open to all, for all . The Associate Editor oversees the editorial process for manuscripts submitted to PLOS journals. This role will require the use of prior research experience, critical evaluation skills, and internal guidelines to make nuanced and complex editorial decisions. The Associate Editor works with colleagues in their division and other teams to deliver developmental and promotional activities for PLOS journals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of escalation for complex and nuanced editorial queries.
• Support other teams at PLOS, members of the editorial board, and third-party editorial teams to ensure high standards of scientific rigor and editorial integrity are upheld.
• Evaluate submissions and make decisions based on reviewers' comments.
• Participate in activities to develop editorial policy and improve the visibility and reputation of journals in the PLOS portfolio.
• Handle publication ethics queries.
• Build relationships with members of the academic community.
• Demonstrate a positive, constructive attitude to change and a growth mindset.

Knowledge and Skills

• Experience in a research environment, publishing, or other relevant industry.
• Highly organized and efficient, with strong critical assessment, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and oral.
• Able to work under tight deadlines whilst achieving a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Able to set priorities and work independently.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject area required. A PHD, MD or similiar level is preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Prolonged periods stationary at a desk and working on a computer
• Some national and international travel may be required occasionally
• Some flexibility to work across time zones

The base salary range we've established for these positions is $67,000 to $73,000 . PLOS also offers a comprehensive benefits package summarized below.

Benefits

• 401k with employer match
• Employee sponsored health, dental and vision insurance (Dental and Vision 100% employer paid)
• Paid Vacation, 11 public holidays and sick leave
• Parental leave
• Birthday and three winter holidays days off
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• 2 days paid time off for volunteering per year
• Fully remote work environment with stipend on joining for home office

About PLOS

Building on a strong legacy of pioneering innovation, PLOS continues to be a catalyst in open science, reimagining models to meet open science principles, removing barriers and promoting inclusion in knowledge creation and sharing, and publishing research outputs that enable everyone to learn from, reuse and build upon scientific knowledge. Our work is supported by a highly skilled global in-house team, partnerships with local scholarly organizations, and the valued contributions of a diverse, international community of scientific researchers. We're committed to equal opportunityWe're working to create a more equitable system of scientific knowledge and understanding. Removing barriers to inclusion and facilitating broad participation of voices is core to our success, inside and out. Beyond accepting distinct perspectives, we seek and support divergent backgrounds among our staff because we know differences strengthen our teams, our work, and our communities. We strongly encourage applicants of all identities to join us as we work towards a future where science is open to all, for all. Visit plos.org/careers to learn more.To learn more about how PLOS protects your privacy, see our Employee Privacy Notice.