F1000Research is an innovative open science publishing platform for life scientists and clinicians, offering immediate Open Access publication, transparent post-publication peer review and full data deposition and sharing. We are seeking an enthusiastic, well-organised individual with strong English language skills, excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and a good eye for detail to join the team to work as an Editorial Assistant on F1000Research (f1000research.com), as well as current and upcoming open research platforms (openresearchcentral.org).

The role will involve a wide range of tasks relating to the peer review process for our research platforms, including contacting internationally renowned biological and medical researchers and clinicians by email and by phone, assessing the appropriateness of peer reviewers and providing additional suggestions, and some basic editing and quality checks of peer review reports.

The successful candidate will be a life sciences/biomedical graduate with a natural ability to communicate concepts clearly and enthusiastically, work efficiently, and have excellent attention to detail. They will also need to be a strong team player who enjoys interacting with people, and be fully computer literate. Prior editorial experience is not required for this role as full training will be provided.

Main Duties:

• Liaise with scientists by phone and email to obtain their peer review reports in a timely manner.
• Efficiently manage the peer review process of articles across a wide range of subject areas.
• Manage the publication of peer review reports, liaising with authors, referees, and internal staff where clarification is required.
• Support authors during the peer review process, including identifying suitable expert referees.
• Promptly respond to questions from authors and referees relating to the publishing model and the peer review process.
• Liaise closely with the rest of the team to ensure clear communication regarding processes is maintained.

Requirements:

• Life sciences or biomedical graduate
• Broad interest in scientific research and publishing
• Good organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with an aptitude to communicate clearly with scientists from around the world
• Strong English language skills
• Diplomacy
• Computer skills essential – especially using the internet to search for key information
• Pro-active, resourceful and a good team player
• Adaptable and willing to take on new and different responsibilities as they arise
• Ability to handle multiple projects

Please send your CV and covering letter, stating salary expectations and quoting job reference to: Recruitment, SNG, 34-42 Cleveland Street, London, W1T 4LB, or by email to: jobs@sciencenow.com.

Science Navigation Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

F1000Prime, the award-winning literature recommendation service, is looking for a Commissioning Editor to liaise with top-level research scientists in biology, medicine, physics and psychology.

The role will be based in our central London office and will involve engaging with internationally renowned scientists by email and telephone to commission new content for the service. The successful candidate will be educated to at least graduate level - a background in a science discipline would be beneficial but is not essential - and will have a natural ability to communicate concepts clearly and enthusiastically. They should be an organised self-starter, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, show a high level of accuracy in their work, demonstrate an ability to multi-task and effectively prioritise their work on an independent basis. Prior experience of scientific research and/or scientific publishing is highly desirable but candidates with experience of roles that require strong interpersonal skills will also be considered.

Main Duties:

• Build and run the authorship of F1000Prime.
• Negotiate submission schedules with world-renowned scientists by phone and email.
• Assist authors with the submission process.

Requirements:

• Science graduate (life-sciences, biomedical science, psychology or physics) or prior experience of publishing
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills and enjoys interacting with people
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Diplomacy/negotiation skills
• Computer skills essential – especially Internet searching
• Pro-active, resourceful and a good team player
• Adaptable and willing to take on new and different responsibilities as they arise
• Ability to multi-task

Please send your CV and covering letter, stating salary expectations and quoting job reference to: Recruitment, SNG, 34-42 Cleveland Street, London, W1T 4LB, or by email to: jobs@sciencenow.com.

Science Navigation Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer