Research Integrity Assistant
Full-time
Company Description
Our client is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge, and events company, creating unique content and connectivity for customers worldwide. Listed on the London Stock Exchange and a member of the FTSE 100, they operate globally, producing high-quality, peer-reviewed books and journals. They publish trusted content by expert authors, fostering knowledge and discovery globally. Their goal is to expand thinking and advance understanding, providing a platform for academics and professionals to share their work and reach their potential.
Job Description
Our client, a prominent international academic publisher, is seeking a Research Integrity Assistant to collaborate closely with their Publishing Ethics & Integrity team across various STM journals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with the team to conduct research integrity investigations.
2. Review articles for authorship, content integrity, data accuracy, and ethical statements.
3. Assist the ethics team in contacting authors and evaluating submitted files.
4. Identify experts to advise on specific articles when necessary.
5. Coordinate with the ethics and editorial teams on post-publication notices.
6. Handle confidential information with discretion, considering legal and ethical implications.
Qualifications:
1. Research background in a relevant discipline.
2. Editorial experience assessing scientific manuscripts for quality and integrity.
3. Strong understanding of research methods and practices.
4. Knowledge of global research and publishing ethics issues.
5. Familiarity with journal editorial standards.
6. Experience in project management.
7. Strong numerical and verbal reasoning skills.
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