Job Description

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Editorial team/Editor and the Editorial Board in planning, producing and managing print and digital publications by the Academy.

• Processing all submitted manuscripts for publication, including copyediting for grammar, managing the quality of writing (including editing/rewriting where necessary) and formatting as per house style.

• Working closely with authors, reviewers and vendors on publication matters.

• Managing the online manuscript submission and review system.

• Assisting with the development and implementation of editorial policies by the Editorial Board.

• Managing time and work to ensure that projects meet scheduled deadlines.

• Soliciting materials from authors to be published as required by the Academy.

• Helping with research on journal matters and improvements where required.

• Assisting with website content, billing and financial processes and other resources.
  

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree with at least 3 years of related experience, preferably in editing and publishing.

• Strong command of the English language.

• Proficient in MS Office applications and internet savvy. Knowledge in InDesign and Photoshop is highly desired.

• Good organisational and coordination skills.

• Pro-active and meticulous, with ability to multi-task.

• Able to communicate effectively at all levels and work well in a team.

• Knowledge of medical/ life sciences and journals, basic XML and Wordpress would be pluses.

• Familiarity with web content management system and social media would be advantageous.