Assistant Editor

• 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 degree in a field related to materials science (e.g., Materials Science and Engineering, Materials physics, Materials chemistry, Material forming and control engineering, Metallurgical engineering, Inorganic non-metallic materials engineering, Polymer materials, Gemstone and material technology, Nanomaterials and technology, Composite Materials and Engineering, Chemistry, Applied chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical design, manufacturing and automation, Mechanical and electronic Engineering, Process equipment and control engineering, Measurement and control technology and instruments)
• 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

Familiarity with the academic editorial process

• Competitive salary, including quarterly bonus scheme
• 10% pay rise after passing the six-month probation period
• Focused support from your group leader
• Flexible Working Times (start between 7-9am, finish between 3pm-6pm)
• Special Days Off for events like getting married or moving house
• Friendly working environment with monthly lunch parties, office snacks and seasonal events
• Bonus Incentives for high-performing employees
• Perkbox benefit platform with discounts
• Health Cash Plan with Bupa after probation
• Modern City Centre Office
• Cyclescheme
• Techscheme