• Job Description

  Req#: R71332

  Would you like to build your career in scientific journals publishing?

  Do you want to use your passion for science to help publish exciting research?

  About our Team

  We’re looking for a motivated and driven individual who enjoys working in a fast paced, collaborative team. You will work on our prestigious Tetrahedron family of titles within our Chemistry Department. This is a superb opportunity for an individual to build their career in scientific journals publishing.

  About the Role

  You will work within a wider internal team of Editors, Journal Managers, external Editors and Publishers. You will enable both the smooth day-to-day management of peer review and the timely acquisition and publication of special issues and related invited content. This role will be based in one of our main offices based in Europe: Oxford, London or Amsterdam.

  Responsibilities

  • Commissioning good quality research from around the globe
  • Conducting triage of submissions to identify those suitable for peer review and those that should be rejected prior to review.
  • Identifying topics for Special Issues or Review Articles, and discuss with colleagues
  • Building a network of academic/researchers to build journal's reputation and support the community better
  • Identifying suitable, international academics/researchers who are qualified to referee a paper as part of the peer review.

  Requirements

  • Have a PhD in Organic Chemistry
  • Have previous editorial experience
  • Be a clear communicator with excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
  • Have good research networks and connections.
  • Be a critical thinker and have the willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research.
  • Be social media savvy, with evidence of having used it to communicate science.

  
  How to Apply

  Please submit a cover letter with your resume detailing your interest in the opportunity.

  Work in a way that works for you

  
  We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

  • Working remotely from home and at our office in a hybrid working style

  • Working flexible hours - flexing the times you work in the day

  
  Working with us

  
  We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.

  
  At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career, as this role is global, benefits may vary according to your location. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

  • Health care plans and benefits

  • Modern Family Benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy

  • Life assurance and accident policies

  • Comprehensive pension and retirement plans

  • Access to learning and development resources

  • Your recruiter will advise you on the benefits package for your location

  
  About Us

  
  A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

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• About the company

  Elsevier is a global information analytics business that helps institutions and professionals progress science, advance healthcare and improve performance.

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