Scientific Editorial Assistant

Are you passionate about science and looking to start your career in scientific publishing? The publishing arm of a highly respected London based specialist membership organisation is looking to appoint a Scientific Editorial Assistant to join their experienced team of journal editors. This is very much a hands-on position which will offer the successful person a first-class training programme in scientific editing and proof-reading, plus, assisting in the editorial processes, including copyediting articles accepted for publication.
This role offers hybrid working, with 2 days a week in the office and 3 days working from home. Some of the key responsibilities include but are not limited to:Assisting with editing manuscripts, ensuring consistency, scientific accuracy, and complianceSupporting the editorial team with peer review, production and the publication processes of the JournalAssisting with checking typeset proofsProviding some admin support to the editorial teamAssisting in the production of promotional materials for the journal and dissemination of high-impact articlesProvide admin support to the Journal teamThis is a fabulous role with training, and the successful person will have:The ability to meet deadlines and handle competing prioritiesYou will need to have a strong life science degree and a genuine interest in health. Ideally you will have a BSc. or Master’s in a biological or medical related science.Accuracy and exceptional attention to detailFamiliarity with academic literatureThe ability to monitor the submission and peer review processesStrong interest in scientific publishingIf you are efficient, well organised and team oriented and looking to build a career in scientific publishing, this could be a fantastic start to your publishing career. Our client offers an attractive starting salary and company benefits.For further details of this exciting new role, please forward your CV and a short cover note outlining your interest and key skills to: ##### If you would like to be kept up to date with our latest vacancies , please sign up!
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