At a Glance
- Tasks: Support editorial development and manage peer review processes for scientific journals.
- Company: Join a leading academic publishing company committed to open research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to travel and network at conferences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the academic community while developing your editorial skills.
- Qualifications: Advanced degree preferred, with strong communication and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
The Editor, PeerJ, supports the editorial and strategic development of our PeerJ / PeerJ Computer Science journals by providing guidance to the manuscript assessment team, managing complex peer review issues, and advising the Chief Editor on scientific and editorial standards. The role also involves conducting ethical investigations, commissioning content, promoting submissions, and representing the journal at conferences.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide expert peer review support and act as escalation point for complex manuscript assessments.
- Recruit, vet, train and maintain communication with Editorial Board members.
- Advise on scientific, technical and editorial matters for stakeholders.
- Contribute to updates of Scope, Editorial Policies and Author Instructions.
- Promote manuscript submissions via targeted outreach.
- Oversee peer review processes, ensuring timely and high‑quality reviews.
- Represent the journal at conferences to network, gain feedback and promote open research initiatives.
- Support content commissioning by suggesting high‑quality topics.
- Drive journal promotion through relevant channels.
- Collaborate with the Chief Editor for strategic development of the journal program.
- Lead and manage ethical investigations in accordance with publishing standards.
- Collaborate across departments to address the needs of publishing academics.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance peer‑review KPIs.
- Foster team collaboration with Editorial Community and Desk Editor teams.
Ideal Candidate
- Advanced degree (PhD preferred; post‑doctoral experience a plus).
- Excellent English comprehension and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong analytical, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a positive team spirit.
- Knowledge of the academic publishing industry.
Skills and Behaviours
- Capability to understand complex scientific topics.
- Effective communication with academics and the ability to explain concepts to a broader audience.
- Capacity to handle multiple responsibilities, work independently and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills for upstream and downstream communication.
- Positive, flexible attitude with high personal motivation and persistence.
- Strong presentation and organizational skills.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Taylor & Francis Group, an Informa Business, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, develop and retain colleagues without regard to protected personal characteristics or other non‑merit‑based factors.
Editor - Peer J in Abingdon employer: Taylor & Francis Group
At Taylor & Francis Group, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to thrive. As an Editor for PeerJ, you will benefit from professional development opportunities, a supportive team culture, and the chance to contribute to meaningful advancements in academic publishing. Located in a vibrant area, our company offers unique networking opportunities at conferences and a commitment to promoting open research initiatives, making it an excellent place for passionate individuals seeking to make a difference in the field.
Contact Details:
Taylor & Francis Group Recruitment Team
