Assistant Editor (PhD/Master's) - Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science

• Support the editorial process for academic research journals in your domain of expertise
• Organize peer review process for submitted manuscripts and coordinate editorial decisions
• Handle email communication between the parties involved in the publication process
• Collaborate with other members of the editorial team and production team
• Ensure that scholarly articles are accurately edited and published according to tight deadlines with a high degree of consistency

• A PhD (preferred) or Master's degree in a field related to Mathematics, Statistics, Information, Data or Computer Science, including: Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (Computer Science, Automation Technology, Automation and Control Systems, Human–Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering).
• Electronic Science and Materials (Materials Science, Optical Information Science and Technology, Information Physics Engineering, Electronic Science and Technology, Electronics, Microelectronics).
• Data and Mathematical Sciences (Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Data Processing, Data Mining).
• Information Science & Data Science (Information Philosophy, Library and Information Science, Intelligence Science, Knowledge Management, Information Management, Coding Theory, Interactive Information, Information Theory, Information Science).
• Communication & Network Engineering (Communication Engineering, Networks, Telecommunications, Signal Processing)
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Team player with the capability to work in a dynamic, international environment.
• Detail oriented with the capacity to see the big picture.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Very good communication and coordination skills.
• applicants should be interested in working face-to-face with the scholarly community and be passionate about promoting open access
• familiarity with the academic editorial process is an advantage

familiarity with the academic editorial process

• competitive salary, including our quarterly bonus scheme, which rewards high-performing editors
• 10% pay rise after passing the six-month probation period (for PhD holders, 5% for Master's Holders)
• Focused support from your group leader, who is your first point of contact for any issues
• Flexible Working Times (start work anytime between 7-9am, and finish between 3pm-6pm)
• Special Days Off (paid time off for occasions like getting married or moving house)
• A friendly working environment with monthly lunch parties, office snacks and seasonal events
• Bonus Incentives (eligible for bonus schemes which rewards high-performing employees)
• Perkbox (benefit platform with discounts and benefits across various retailers)
• Health Cash Plan (private health membership with Bupa after probation)
• Modern City Centre Office located next to Piccadilly Gardens
• Cyclescheme (save between 25-39% on a bike and accessories)
• Techscheme (save up to 10% on tax when purchasing tech equipment)