To strengthen our Editorial team, we are looking for recent PhD and Master’s graduates who are eager to stay connected to scientific research by helping researchers worldwide publish their latest results. The position of Assistant Editor is an entry‑level, full‑time, permanent role based in our city centre office in Manchester, UK.
Full‑time in‑office role
The office is located next to Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester.
Responsibilities
* Support the editorial process for academic research journals in your domain of expertise.
* Organise 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 team and production team.
* Ensure that scholarly articles are accurately edited and published according to tight deadlines with a high degree of consistency.
Requirements
* A PhD (preferred) or Master’s degree in a field related to engineering (examples: Management Science, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, etc.).
* 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 organisational and time‑management skills.
* Very good communication and coordination skills.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, including a quarterly bonus scheme that rewards high‑performing editors.
* 10% pay rise after passing the six‑month probation period (5% for Master’s holders).
* Flexible working times: you can start work anytime between 7–9 am and finish between 3–6 pm.
* Paid time off for personal circumstances such as marriage or moving house.
* Friendly working environment with monthly lunch parties, office snacks, and seasonal events.
* Bonus incentives depending on your role.
* Access to Perkbox, offering discounts on food, drinks, tech, travel, and more.
* Health cash plan after probation, covering dental, doctors, prescriptions, and more.
* Modern city centre office located next to Piccadilly Gardens, 10‑minute walk from major train stations and tram stops.
* Bike scheme: save between 25–39% on a bike and accessories.
* Tech scheme: save up to 10% on tax when purchasing tech equipment from retailers such as Ikea and Currys.
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