Senior editor (part time, fixed term)

About the role

The Senior Editor will lead the acquisition, peer review and publication of high-quality research within their subject area, working closely with authors, reviewers and Editorial Board members to maintain the journal's scientific excellence. The role combines strong scientific expertise with editorial judgement, requiring the ability to assess manuscripts, make independent publication decisions, commission impactful content, and contribute to the journal's strategic development while fostering relationships with the research community. Please submit your CV (resumé) and a covering letter indicating why you are interested in the role and what makes you a good fit. Selected candidates will be required to complete a series of offline editorial tests. Those who perform well on the tests will be invited to an online interview with two representatives of the journals. Adjustments for accessibility are available on request. A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance

Responsibilities

• Identify experts to act as peer reviewers on selected submissions
• Commission and handle special project content as necessary
• Develop and maintain links with the global health community to solicit high-quality research and thought leadership for the journal
• Attend conferences and other events, to represent the journal, to identify suitable topics and authors, and to keep up-to-date with current developments in global health

Requirements

• Higher degree in a relevant discipline (eg, public health, biomedical science)
• Research experience in a relevant field or experience in the wider development community
• Some editorial experience, with a good understanding of all aspects of the journal publishing process
• First-class critical analysis skills
• A genuine commitment to equity in health and health-care
• An unfailingly can-do attitude
• Work in a way that works for you
• Working in a hybrid way from both the office and at home
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you work in the day
• Working with us
• Working for you
• At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
• Wellbeing programs
• Life assurance
• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Travel Season ticket loan
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
• RE CARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
• Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
• Access to extensive learning and development resources
• Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work

Benefits

Additional Information

Senior editor (part time, fixed term) Would you like to contribute to the leading global health journal worldwide? Are you an experienced Editor with a passion for Science? Location: UK (London) About Our Team: The Lancet Global Health is one of a growing family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing the best science for better lives. We are a small and friendly team handling a high volume of submissions while priding ourselves on offering a personalised service to the researchers who publish with us. The Senior Editor will work with fellow Senior Editors, a Deputy Editor, and the Editor-in-Chief in all aspects of the organisation and preparation of the journal. You will encounter some of the best research in the world, collaborate with a truly global authorship base, and get to work closely with other journal editors as well as our in-house specialists in technical editing, production, marketing, communications, and administration.

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