Senior Staff Editor PeerJ
Senior Staff Editor PeerJ
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Job Description
This senior position covers editorial matters for the evaluation peerreview decision making of academic journal articles. The role also participates in initiatives to grow and develop the editorial program. In addition the role helps maintain an effective quality control and peer review process and involves frequent interactions with academics worldwide.
The job holder will be expected to make independent decisions regarding complex editorial matters; will be able to train and mentor new staff; and will be able to advise and deputize for the Publisher.
This role works closely with internal teams and the external Academic Editors and peerreviewers of our peerreviewed journal publications.
Key Accountabilities
- Evaluate incoming manuscripts for adherence to our policies; aims and scope; and editorial standards (sub scan and Summarizing).
- Liaise with authors to communicate their adherence to our standards.
- Work with / chase authors to ensure acceptable manuscript submissions.
- Support and cover for other staff Editors at PeerJ in similar roles
- Comment on and advise internal and external stakeholders on scientific and technical issues relating to subject expertise and editorial standards
- Respond to specific emails (relevant to the responsibilities of this position) as they comein to shared inboxes
- In collaboration with other team members responsible for the integrity speed and smooth running of the PeerJ PeerReview process assigning Editors chasing Editors chasing Reviewers research and identify peerreviewers on behalf of some Editors etc.
- Strategic input into the development of a strong journal program
- Input into the recruitment vetting and ongoing communications with Editorial Board members in a wide range of areas
- Close collaboration with colleagues in other departments to communicate user needs (i.e. the needs of publishing academics) and to develop and implement strategies to meet those needs
- Expected to suggest and implement process improvements which will improve the KPIs of the peerreview process.
- Responsible for the training of junior staff
- Involved in hiring decisions and new candidate interviews
- Proactive editorial development of the journals (e.g. proposing and creating new Sections); launching new journal titles etc
- Proposing drafting discussing and implementing new editorial policies scope and author instructions
- Able to manage and handle complex Ethical issues and to advise other staff as needed
- Intimate knowledge of the standards which are dictated by industry bodies such as COPE and up to date developments in the industry from locations such as Retraction Watch
- Capable of covering for the Publisher (i.e. the Head of Editorial) as appropriate
- Fluent in all editorial roles and tasks
- Work closely with colleagues in the Communities Team and Publishing Operations team.
Qualifications :
What were looking for:
- An advanced degree (minimum PhD but ideally postdoctoral)
- Excellent English comprehension and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Good analytical decision making and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to work independently contribute to building a positive team spirit and support everyones efforts to succeed.
- 8 years of experience in STM (Scientific Technical and Medical) academic publishing in editorial roles
Skills and Behaviours Required
- Capable of understanding complex scientific topics; able to converse with academics on their level; and able to communicate academic concepts to a broader audience.
- Professional and articulate.
- Able to analyse produce and present management level reporting to senior management
- Capable of handling multiple responsibilities working independently and meeting strict deadlines.
- The ability to communicate appropriately both upstream and downstream within the organisation.
- Positive and flexible attitude willing to take on many distinct types of tasks and apply to them the same level of effort and expertise.
- Willingness to travel as required by the company.
- A high level of personal motivation and demonstration of persistence to overcome obstacles.
- Effective presentation and organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
Additional Information :
Closing date for applications: Friday 3rd January 2025.
Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis
If youre excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience dont fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and contribute regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources incentives and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and live a healthy balanced life.
Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits develop and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other nonmeritbased factor.
We genuinely care about our colleagues promoting worklife balance wellbeing and flexible working. We believe the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities and to innovate and develop in areas in which you are passionate. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers
Or better yet check out our LinkedIn Life Page highlighting our accomplishments employees and company culture. Its also a good way to meet our Talent Acquisition team who will be happy to advise you on your journey here at T&F.
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Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Remote
