Job Description

We are looking for meticulous and dedicated individuals with a strong grasp of the English language and the varied nuances of academic writing to support scholars in publishing their research. English Editors support academic research by editing the language of peer-reviewed papers to publication standards.

Successful applicants undergo a probation period in which in-house training is provided by an experienced editor, after which there are opportunities to diversify the role and gain expertise in new areas. Please note that this is a full-time position based in Belgrade, Serbia.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Edit scholarly articles spanning a wide array of subject matter submitted to MDPI’s journal to a publication-ready standard

• Apply knowledge of the English language and the context of the manuscript to make the English clear, consistent, and grammatically correct, communicating the author’s message without changing their voice unnecessarily

• Ensure manuscripts align with MDPI’s house rules

• Meet tight deadlines and hit targets with a high degree of consistency

• Take on additional roles, such as training colleagues within and outside of the department and editing corporate material

Requirements

Essential criteria:

• A bachelor’s degree in any subject

• Expert knowledge of the English language

• Experience in editing or translating

• Excellent time management and organisation skills

• High attention to detail

• Ability to work both independently and as part of an international team

Desirable skills and experience:

• Professional experience in academic research or editing

• A master’s, PhD, or equivalent qualification

• Familiarity with LaTeX

• Experience working in an office environment.

What we offer

• Private health insurance & team building activities

• Flexible working hours

• FitPass

• Possibility to spend time abroad and collaborate with colleagues in other MDPI offices

• Contributing to the academic community

• Mentorship program and training opportunities for shaping and realizing your career goals in the scientific publishing industry

• Various opportunities for professional development in an international company

• Working in a collaborative, diverse, and socially responsible team

Application process

Candidates must submit their CV and cover letter. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and asked to complete two editing tests. If successful, candidates will be invited to an interview, which is the final stage of the application process.

About MDPI

Headquartered in Switzerland, MDPI is a fully Open Access publisher with a portfolio of more than 500 journals across all scientific disciplines. To date, MDPI has published the works of over 4.5 million researchers, collaborating with an extensive network of academic institutions and scientific societies worldwide. Above all, MDPI is committed to ensuring that high-quality research is freely accessible to readers across the globe.

Initiatives
At MDPI, we develop and maintain various platforms in order to better serve the scientific community. Please find here-below a list of our main platforms:
https://www.mdpi.com/
https://sciprofiles.com/
https://sciforum.net/
https://www.scilit.net/
https://www.preprints.org/
https://encyclopedia.pub/

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