Job Description
The Editorial Assistant is an entry‑level position responsible for executing the daily tasks of the journal(s) and/or project(s) assigned to them in accordance with client expectations. This 12‑month fixed‑term role supports the editorial process, ensuring timely and high‑quality support for editors, authors, and stakeholders.
About the Role
* This is a 12‑month fixed‑term position.
Job Responsibilities
* Provide support to the Managing Editor, Senior Managing Editor, and/or Client Manager through manuscript processing tasks, email‑based tasks, or special projects.
* Check in new papers submitted to assigned journals and verify formatting requirements.
* Act as a liaison between journal editors and authors, reviewers, and other stakeholders.
* Apply knowledge of the peer review process—from submission to acceptance—and utilize the submission system to perform manuscript processing.
* Understand how assigned duties relate to others in the department and how the department integrates within the division and business unit.
* Assist in training colleagues on assigned projects (no supervisory responsibilities).
* Follow established guidelines for communication and demonstrate critical thinking skills in relation to assigned tasks.
* Contribute to the team by providing high‑quality customer service and meeting productivity goals and deadlines.
* Assist with projects as directed by members of Editorial and Peer Review Services.
* Communicate proactively and elevate issues appropriately with colleagues and managers.
* Uphold high standards of professionalism and courtesy when working with colleagues and clients.
Required Qualifications
* Can communicate in English, both written and verbal, to a professional standard.
* Can utilize strong time management skills to manage a number of varied tasks and timelines effectively.
* Have strong critical thinking and decision‑making skills.
* Prioritize customer service through problem‑solving, knowledgeable support, and professional and helpful communication at all times.
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks within a time‑driven, deadline‑based environment.
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* A Bachelor’s degree.
Preferred Qualifications
* Comfortable with viewing articles describing or picturing graphic scientific content as part of editorial work.
Salary Range
23,751 GBP to 27,784 GBP
Job Posting Title
Editorial Assistant
Location
Oxford, GBR
Equal Opportunity Employer
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individuals status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact tasupport@wiley.com for assistance.
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