Job Description

Do you want to start a career in publishing?

Do you enjoy building trusted stakeholder relationships?

About our Team

Elsevier and the communities we support expand the possibilities of human progress. We champion scientific discovery and innovation across the medical, physical, social and life sciences. Our team is dedicated to publishing transformative research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge and sparks new ideas. With a focus on quality, rigor, and collaboration, we work to foster a global community of researchers and thought leaders who are committed to shaping the future of science.

About the Role

We are seeking an Editorial Section Manager for Heliyon, an all-science, open access, Cell Press journal. This is an exciting opportunity for university graduates to start their career in scientific publishing. Reporting to a Deputy Editorial Team Leader, the Editorial Section Manager will be part of our editorial support teams in the United Kingdom, China and India with the primary responsibility of coordinating the flow of new and revised manuscripts from submission through publication. Scientific literacy in the life, medical, physical or social sciences is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Review newly submitted manuscripts for ethical and scientific compliance and completeness.

• Review to-be-accepted manuscripts for adherence to our publishing and ethical standards.

• Spot-check the performance of external academic editors and provide structured feedback to internal colleagues.

• Support technical queries from external editors.

• Contribute to the systematic chasing of pending tasks and the management of a backlog.

• Assist in the editorial process as required as the journal evolves.

Requirements

• Have a MSc degree (or equivalent) in life, medical, social or physical sciences.

• Possess an enthusiastic attitude, great analytical skill and the ability to pay close attention to detail.

• Be able to adapt to change, handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and prioritize individually.

• Have great interpersonal skills within an international team.

• Be able to work equally well collaboratively or individually without continuous supervision in an ever-changing environment

• Be PC proficient with expertise in Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook and Excel).

We invite you to apply by sending your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and how your skills and experience make you a strong fit.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. 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 for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

Medical and Life Insurance: Coverage for Medical and life risk.

• Long-Service Award: Recognition for loyalty and dedication.

• Marriage and New Baby Gifts: Celebratory tokens for special life events.

• Festivals and Birthday Gifts: Spreading joy on occasions that matter.

• Annual Medical Check-up: Prioritizing employee well-being through regular health check-ups.

• Flexible Benefits via CIIC Platform: Personalized benefits accessible through a user-friendly platform.

• Paid Time Off: Annual Leave, Flex Family Care Leave, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave, Medical and Hospitalization Leave, Examination Leave Gazetted Public Holiday

• Family Care leave (Maternity/Paternity Leave and Adoption Leave)

About the Business

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.

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location.

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