Publishing / Assistant / Development Editors

RSC Carbohydrate Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading science publisher in the United Kingdom seeks Publishing, Assistant, and Development Editors for their Journal teams. These positions support publishing high quality content and provide exceptional customer experiences. Responsibilities include working within a defined journal portfolio, assessing manuscripts, attracting authors, and collaborating across teams. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach. Flexible working options available alongside benefits such as generous leave and pension plans.

Benefits

26 days paid annual leave

Paid volunteering days

Pension plan with employer contributions

Qualifications

• A degree in science, or relevant equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication skills interacting with internal and external colleagues.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a defined journal portfolio, typically 4–6 titles.
• Assess and select high‑quality articles for publication.
• Provide exceptional customer service to authors and reviewers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in science or relevant equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Royal Society of Chemistry is publishing over 55 world‑leading journals spanning the core chemical sciences and related fields. As a not‑for‑profit publisher, we reinvest surplus funds back into the global scientific community, supporting our purpose to help the chemical science community make the world a better place.

Salary and Contract

Salary Plan: £35,318.00 GBP Annual

Roles are open for permanent or a 12‑month fixed‑term contract basis.

Role Summary

We are looking for Publishing, Assistant and Development Editors to join our Journal teams. These roles support the Royal Society of Chemistry in publishing high quality impactful content and delivering an excellent customer experience. All three roles involve working closely with authors, reviewers, editors, and external researchers.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in science, or relevant equivalent experience
• Excellent communication skills interacting with internal and external colleagues
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills together with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to take the initiative and solve problems independently and proactively
• Good attention to detail

Responsibilities (Depending on the Specific Role)

• Work in a defined journal portfolio (typically 4–6 titles)
• Carry out the assessment and selection (through peer review) of high‑quality articles and reviews for publication
• Attract world‑class authors to publish in the journals through direct invitation
• Promote content published in RSC journals in collaboration with Marketing colleagues
• Assist in the peer review of manuscripts submitted to the journal(s) by advising and supporting external Editors
• Support the production of journals, including issue make‑up, themed collections, and associated tasks
• Provide exceptional customer service to authors, reviewers, and external editors
• National/European travel (where required)

Benefits

• 26 days paid annual leave per annum, plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rated for part time)
• 35 hour working week with flexible options, to be agreed with your line manager
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Paid volunteering days
• Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution)

Working Arrangements

These roles are contractually based at our Cambridge office, but you will be able to work from home within the UK. Attendance at the office is expected on an ad‑hoc basis, typically no more frequently than once a month.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are happy to accept applications from candidates at all stages of their careers. Our aim is that our workforce, at all levels, will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best.

Disability Confident Scheme

As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day‑to‑day tasks.

Accommodation and Accessibility

We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail] or on [phone] and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.

Contact

For any questions, please contact us at [e-mail].