Lead Publishing Editor, Energy Journals

RSC Carbohydrate Group; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious scientific publisher based in Cambridge is seeking an Associate Editorial Manager to lead the Energy team. This role involves managing a team of Publishing Editors, ensuring that submitted manuscripts meet journal standards, and overseeing the peer review process. The ideal candidate must hold a degree in science, have experience in STM publishing, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, allowing remote work within the UK as needed.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to influence scientific communication

Qualifications

• A degree in science is essential.
• Experience in STM publishing is essential.
• Ability to lead and manage a team.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Publishing Editors to deliver KPIs.
• Oversee workflow from manuscript submission to publication.
• Ensure submitted articles meet journal standards.
• Support manuscript processing by external Associate Editors.
• Handle appeals and ethical cases in the peer review process.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Science

Job description

A prestigious scientific publisher based in Cambridge is seeking an Associate Editorial Manager to lead the Energy team. This role involves managing a team of Publishing Editors, ensuring that submitted manuscripts meet journal standards, and overseeing the peer review process. The ideal candidate must hold a degree in science, have experience in STM publishing, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, allowing remote work within the UK as needed.