Editor

A leading academic and scientific publisher based in central London is looking for an Editor to manage, commission, edit and assess journals articles across medicine and the life sciences. This is a great opportunity for a candidate with a strong biomedical background and solid experience in STM publishing.

Key duties:

• Invite reviewers and assess articles for publication, monitoring peer-review and manuscript progress
• Coordinate copy-flow liaising with external and internal colleagues to ensure timely publication
• Support the launch of new journals, commissioning articles and appointing Editorial Board as required
• Respond to queries from Editors, authors and reviewers and maintain clear communication with all stakeholders
• Advise on strategic development of titles, keeping scientific knowledge up-to-date

Experience / skills required:

• Experience commissioning and editing/checking journal articles within STM/Medcomms publishing is required
• Solid knowledge of journal publishing and of the medical field and the ability to assign papers to appropriate reviewers
• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a biomedical field with ideally some research experience
• Good understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and the clinical trial process
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to work with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to attend conferences and meetings both nationally and internally

Applications ASAP, please

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to karinenicpon@atwoodtate.co.uk

Contact:            Karine Nicpon   

Tel:                   020 7034 7905

Atwood Tate embraces diversity and seeks to promote the benefits of diversity in all of our business activities and to develop a business culture that reflects that belief.  We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.