Assistant Editor
Core
Process manuscripts from submission to acceptance for the Discover journal imprint, ensuring quality checks and smooth communication between authors, reviewers, and editors.
Role type
Assistant Editor (Journal Publishing)
Builds
Peer-reviewed academic journals
Domain
Academic Publishing / Life Sciences & Humanities
Required skills
Manuscript processing, Quality assurance, Peer review coordination, Stakeholder management, Email correspondence, Decision making, Technical checks, Process optimization
Preferred skills
Leadership, Coaching, Team mentoring, Performance metrics analysis
Technologies
MS Word, Excel, Google Suite
Responsibilities
Oversee manuscript pipeline from submission to final decision; Perform quality checks on manuscripts; Invite and assign EBMs and reviewers; Handle email correspondence with authors and editors; Monitor manuscript progress via OTR; Support technical checks at submission stages; Mentor new team members.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC