Senior Assistant Editor

Job title:

Senior Assistant Editor

Company

Elsevier

Job description

Senior Assistant Editor (maternity leave cover)Do you have an exceptional eye for accuracy and detail?Would you like to be part of a team that edits research for a leading medical journal?Location: London (Hybrid)About our TeamThe Lancet journals are a family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing the best science for better lives. We are a large collaborative team handling high-quality research for 18 of the Lancet titles. We liaise closely with our in-house editorial teams and academic authors to provide a personalised and exceptional publishing service.About the RoleAs a Senior Assistant Editor, you will provide detailed scientific copyediting of cutting-edge research papers. After comprehensive in-house training, you will ensure studies are accurately reported and accessible to an international audience. You will play a key role in the post-acceptance peer-review process across the Lancet journals. Your goal is to deliver and publish articles in a timely manner.ResponsibilitiesEditing research articles along with opinion pieces and review content for a broad range of scientific and medical disciplinesOverseeing the accurate reporting of research according to our guidelines and ensuring all quality control measures are metLiaising with other editors, authors, and production teams to perfect papers for publicationCollaborating with colleagues to improve internal policies and processesMentoring and guiding new Assistant Editors to help develop their skills and knowledge in research publishingRequirementsHave a BSc in biological or related science or demonstrate equivalent experience or knowledgeDemonstrate editorial experience at a Science, Technology, or Medical journalHave excellent spelling, grammar, and clarity in written EnglishEnjoy collaborating with teams to deliver on-time weekly deadlinesBe able to communicate and negotiate constructively with members of the medical profession, the media, and colleaguesHave good IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft WordWork in a way that works for youWe promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation and offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.Working flexible hours – flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productiveWorking in a hybrid way from both the office and at homeWorking for youWe know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional daysHealth screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefitsWellbeing programsLife assuranceAccess to a competitive contributory pension schemeSave As You Earn share option schemeTravel Season ticket loanElectric Vehicle SchemeOptional Dental InsuranceMaternity, paternity and shared parental leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeAccess to emergency care for both the elderly and childrenRECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to youAccess to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteerAccess to extensive learning and development resourcesAccess to employee discounts scheme via Perks at WorkAbout the BusinessA global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.Please read our .

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 06:44:59 GMT

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