We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive colleague to join The New Phytologist Foundation Central Office team as an Editorial Assistant.
You will provide administrative support in the publication of the journal Foundation’s journals, with particular focus on Plants, People, Planet. This diverse role will allow the role holder to be involved in the peer review and production of the journals published by The New Phytologist. Foundation.
This role may suit a recent graduate or someone seeking to commence a career in publishing. The ideal candidate will have a passion for plant science, excellent English language skills, good organizational skills and a flair for teamwork and collaboration.
This is a full-time indefinite position. The role holder will be based in the New Phytologist Foundation Central Office at the University of Lancaster and will be expected to follow the University’s policy on Agile Working, which expects staff to work on campus more often than not and with a minimum attendance of 2 full days’ a week in the office.
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Editorial Assistant - Plants, People, Planet
Company: Lancaster University
Salary: £26,707 to £30,378 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: LA1 4YW
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 10 Nov 2026
Closing date: 23 Nov 2026
Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive colleague to join The New Phytologist Foundation Central Office team as an Editorial Assistant.
You will provide administrative support in the publication of the journal Foundation’s journals, with particular focus on Plants, People, Planet. This diverse role will allow the role holder to be involved in the peer review and production of the journals published by The New Phytologist. Foundation.
This role may suit a recent graduate or someone seeking to commence a career in publishing. The ideal candidate will have a passion for plant science, excellent English language skills, good organizational skills and a flair for teamwork and collaboration.
This is a full-time indefinite position. The role holder will be based in the New Phytologist Foundation Central Office at the University of Lancaster and will be expected to follow the University’s policy on Agile Working, which expects staff to work on campus more often than not and with a minimum attendance of 2 full days’ a week in the office.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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