Overview
Assistant Editor (PhD holder) - Chemistry
MDPI UK, Manchester, England, United Kingdom
This is a full-time, in-office role based in our Manchester city centre office, near Piccadilly Gardens.
As Assistant Editor you will join our Editorial team, helping researchers worldwide publish their latest results. The position is a full-time and permanent appointment.
Responsibilities
* Support the editorial process for academic research journals in your domain of expertise
* Organize peer review process for submitted manuscripts and coordinate editorial decisions
* Handle email communication between the parties involved in the publication process
* Collaborate with other members of the editorial and production teams
* Ensure scholarly articles are edited and published according to tight deadlines with a high degree of consistency
Qualifications
* A PhD degree in Chemistry (e.g., Applied Chemistry or Pharmacy)
* Excellent written and spoken English skills
* Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Team player with the capability to work in a dynamic, international environment
* Detail oriented with the capacity to see the big picture
* Strong organizational and time management skills
* Very good communication and coordination skills
Training and Work Setting
As a successful candidate, you will receive full training in editorial work, working closely with Managing Editors and learning how to process research articles from submission to publication. Training supervised by an assigned tutor will take place on the job during the first six months. Depending on your background, you will be assigned to journals related to your field of study or research. No previous editorial experience is required; however, familiarity with the academic editorial process is an advantage.
This is a great opportunity to start a first job in a dynamic multinational company which offers a range of career development options.
What We Offer
* A competitive salary, including a quarterly bonus scheme
* 10% pay rise after passing the six-month probation period (5% for Master’s holders)
* Focused support from your group leader
* Flexible working times (start between 7:00–9:00 and finish between 15:00–18:00)
* Paid time off for special occasions (e.g., marriage, moving house)
* A friendly working environment with regular social events
* Bonus incentives for high performance
* Perkbox access for discounts and benefits
* Private health plan after probation (Bupa) with coverage for dental, medical, and prescriptions
* Modern city-centre office located near major transport links
* Cyclescheme and Techscheme benefits
About MDPI: MDPI is a pioneer in scholarly open access publishing with a global presence and a mission to foster open scientific exchange. We operate numerous open access journals and support sustainability initiatives. We are headquartered in Switzerland with offices across Europe, Asia, and North America.
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