We now have a contract opportunity for an experienced Assistant Editor to join a leading STM publisher in London.  You will take articles through to publication for a range of prestigious STM journals to the highest possible standard.  Please note this is a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key duties:

·          Regularly edit and deliver articles in primary research and review material

·          Liaise closely with internal departments, authors and senior editors

·          Editing and negotiation of Fast Track articles originating from North American editors

·          Build relationships and negotiate with external fast-track editors

·          Train new team editors in the journal publishing process

·          Check all data for accuracy and clarity of presentation

Experience / skills required:

·          Strong editorial experience with an STM journal

·          Ability to work in a team and keep to strict weekly deadlines

·          Strong negotiation skills with medical professional bodies and other editors

·          Demonstrable knowledge of biological and medical sciences

·          Solid IT skills in regard to on screen editing

·          An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in biological or related science or equivalent

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to samcoleman@atwoodtate.co.uk

Contact:            Sam Coleman

Tel:                   020 7487 8274