Journal Specialist - Physical Sciences and Engineering

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Job description

Description

We are on a mission to make science open so everyone can live healthy lives on a healthy planet.

Who we are

Frontiers is an award-winning open science platform and leading open access scholarly publisher.

We are one of the largest and most cited publishers globally. To date, our 200,000 freely available research articles have received more than one billion views and downloads and two million citations.

Our journals span science, health, humanities and social sciences, engineering, and sustainability. And we continue to expand into new academic disciplines so more researchers can publish open access.

Be part of the publishing revolution and help us transform the way research is published, evaluated, and communicated to the world.

The Role

We are seeking enthusiastic and target-driven Journal Specialists to support our Physical Sciences and Engineering Program portfolio. We have ambitious growth plans for 2021 and this is an exciting opportunity for candidates who are passionate about Physical Sciences and Engineering to contribute to the strategic development and growth of market leading open access journals.

Reporting to the Journal Manager and working closely with other Editorial staff, you will focus on content commissioning & acquisition, strategic journal development and Editorial Board management.

You will be the primary point of contact for leading researchers around the world, successfully building relationships to acquire quality content for the journals. You will ensure effective Editorial Board management and participate actively in all operational aspects of the journal's management, including devising editorial strategies to grow and develop the journals.

We currently have positions available across our Physical Sciences and Engineering portfolio in the following exciting areas:
* Energy Research Robotics
* Communications & Networks | Electronics | Control Engineering
* Virtual Reality | Future Transportation | Space Technologies
* Chemical Engineering | Nanotechnology
* Earth Science| Remote Sensing

Our office is located in London, however remote working options are available for candidates across the UK.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities
* Support the Journal Manager in driving journal growth through Editor engagement, development of themed article collections and the launch of new sections, informed by competitor and market analyses
* Support building and managing high-profile, academic Editorial Boards
* Communicate with academic Editors to ensure the timely and on-target execution of journal content acquisition strategies
* Carry out existing editorial strategies and develop new journal initiatives by recognizing various growth and development opportunities
* Collaborate with internal departments to ensure the efficiency and scalability of journal operations

Requirements

* A degree or higher in a Physical Sciences or Engineering subject area is preferable with a keen interest in dissemination of research
* Related work experience in a commercial or academic environment
* Excellent communication in written and spoken English, including professional and courteous telephone manner and high attention to details
* Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines and prioritize varied workload under pressure
* Flexibility and ability to work as a team member
* Ability to work independently and make thoughtful decisions without constant supervision
* Fluent proficiency with MS Office applications
* Previous experience with a publisher with demonstrated project management and research experience would also be a strong asset

Benefits

What we offer

_International environment_

With over 50 nationalities across seven locations around the world, we are certainly a diverse company. You will have the opportunity to work with teammates in other offices, as well as with researchers, editors, and authors from across the globe.

_Key Benefits_
* 25 annual leave days + 4 well-being days
* Participation in the annual company bonus scheme
* Flexible working framework and remote working opportunities across the United Kingdom
* Extensive learning opportunities through our LinkedIn Learning partnership
* 3 volunteer days through our online platform
* Access to Headspace app
* Online Yoga classes

Your application

You should include:
* A cover letter and CV
* The indication of your earliest availability

Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination - including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With over 600 employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:
* Monday to Friday

Work remotely:
* Yes