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Senior Editorial Section Manager

London, England,
Company: Reed Elsevier Information Technology (Beijing) Co. Ltd. Company
Category: Management Occupations
Published 3 weeks ago

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About the Role


 

The Senior Editorial Section Manager will be part of our editorial support teams with the primary responsibility of guiding manuscripts through the editorial process. Scientific literacy in the Life sciences is required for the role of the Senior Editorial Section Manager.
 

Responsibilities
 

  • Guide manuscripts through an online database from initial submission to final editorial decision.

  • Perform technical and administrative checks on manuscripts for compliance with the journal’s standard after submission, revision and in preparation for acceptance.

  • Monitor the peer review process with a goal of obtaining timely feedback from editors and reviewers.

  • Manage high volume of internal and external e-mail correspondence, providing exceptional customer service to authors, reviewers, and both internal and external team members.

  • Collaborate with our international scientific editors.

  • Be a key member of the internal team, guiding and training new joiners and contribute to the interview process for new applicants.


  • Requirements
     

  • Have a scientific background in Life science.

  • The successful candidate will have at least one year of in-depth open access publishing experience.

  • Have a talent for exceptional communication in written and spoken English, and a focus on hospitality.

  • 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 to prioritize individually.

  • The successful candidate can work independently with minimal supervision for day-to-day activities and is proactive in their work and own development.

  • Have great interpersonal skill 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).


  • Work in a way that works for you
     

    We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. 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 flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive


  • 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)
     

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