Desk Editor (3 positions)

We are currently recruiting for 3 Desk Editor positions. Apply now - exciting opportunities await!
Closing Date: Applications will close on 2 November 2026
What you’ll be doing:
Help us foster human progress through knowledge! As a Desk Editor, you will aid in our mission by:
Taking responsibility for an end-to-end submission and peer review process with prompt in-house processing of manuscripts;
Ensuring the highest levels of publication ethics and integrity standards are maintained on the Journal;
Having a strong author service mentality, providing timely, friendly and professional communication with authors;
Collaborating with the Publisher, Executive Editor (where applicable) and journal Editors to support overall journal growth and development.
What we’re looking for:
Relevant scientific or medical knowledge and experience in academic publishing;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to convey messages clearly, concisely and accurately, in English;
An understanding of best practice and gold standards in medical research and publication ethics and integrity;
Knowledge of principles for ethical research involving humans and animals;
Confidence in evaluating scientific rigor and integrity of manuscripts;
A strong familiarity with the medical research community and relevant organizations;
Ability to build and manage relationships with authors, peer reviewers, editors, and other colleagues;
An inquisitive nature, maintaining current knowledge related to developments and trends in respective areas of expertise;
Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, remaining unfazed by change;
Takes a proactive approach toward learning new technologies and processes;
Someone who acts with integrity and accountability;
Ability to make data-driven informed decisions synthesizing information from a wide range of sources;
Strong critical thinking skills and confidence to make decisions;
Thorough and detail oriented.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid