Content Development Editor (Science Publishing)

A scientific journals publisher is looking to appoint a Content Development Editor for their journals and ePublishing. This is a temp role to start ASAP and will be on a rolling month by month basis. You will be responsible for developing and delivering the digital content strategy and supporting strategic developments for the journal.

Key duties:

• Monitor the performance of scientific editors and ensure policies and ethical practices are being adhered to
• Project manage special issues and lead on the introduction of new digital features
• Developing digital content, including editing audio and video content
• Develop and deliver the social media strategy
• Maintain good communication between the Editorial Board
• Support  marketing strategy by writing copy for e-newsletters and overseeing activity delivered by our publishing partner, taking ownership of specific campaigns
• Copy-edit and proofread manuscripts and check full issue proofs for layout and consistency
• Write copy for marketing materials such as a quarterly e-newsletter and communication channels,
• Supervise the Editorial Assistant and contribute to their ongoing development

Experience / skills required:

• Experience of STM (scientific, technical and medical) journal publishing
• Experience of online peer review systems
• Experience of working with scientific journal editors
• Excellent editing, copywriting and proof-reading skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage time effectively

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

Contact:             Alison Redfearn

Tel:                    020 3574 4421

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