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Editorial Support Assistant

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Switzerland , Basel

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Office Administration

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Salary:

25.00 CHF / Hour
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Job Description:

Join our Editorial Department as a student assistant! Support academic publishing through stakeholder analysis, database management, and social media promotion in a collaborative, on-site role.

Job Responsibility:

  • Support the maintenance of our database by ensuring that it stays up-to-date and comprehensive
  • Assist with general administrative tasks that support the broader editorial workflow
  • Analyse the activity of our stakeholders
  • Help identify and compile lists of potential scholars who might be invited to join our Editorial Board or serve as Guest Editors
  • Shortlist conferences and academic collaborations matching the scope of the journals
  • Assist in journal promotion by social media
  • Assist in organizing group activities for the Editorial Department in Basel
  • You will communicate primarily in English, our corporate language

Requirements:

  • Student Status: Currently enrolled in a university or higher education institution
  • Language Skills: Fluent in English (C1)
  • German (C1) is also required
  • Technical Skills: Confident use of MS Office and digital tools for document management, experience with database management
  • Soft Skills: Strong organizational and communication skills, keen attention to detail and a proactive, team-oriented mindset
What we offer:
  • Professional Development: Gain hands-on experience in academic publishing
  • Flexible Schedule: Designed to fit your academic commitments
  • Dynamic Environment: A friendly and international team
  • Fringe Benefits: Premium insurance coverage paid by MDPI, daily breakfast, monthly team lunches, annual team-building event

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 16, 2026

Employment Type:
Parttime
Work Type:
On-site work
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