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Job type full-time
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Description
Cell press, an imprint of elsevier, seeks an editorial operations associate to work within our editorial operations teamWe are committed to building a team that fosters diversity and inclusion, representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsPrimary tasks involve providing exceptional administrative and customer support to our users and coordinating the flow of new and revised manuscripts from submission through final editorial decision, requiring frequent and consistent contact with scientific editors, authors, and editorial refereesA scientific background is not a requirement of this role.
Day-to-day responsibilities
Manage high volume of internal and external e-mail correspondence, providing exceptional customer service to authors, reviewers, and staffGuide manuscripts through an online manuscript submission and tracking system from initial submission through editorial decisionMonitor peer review process with a goal of obtaining timely feedback from reviewersPerform detailed technical checks on accepted manuscripts to ensure compliance with publication guidelinesWork with others within the department and on journal teams to ensure a consistent high level of hospitality for authors and reviewers.
What we offer
This entry-level operations/administrative position is a great opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in publishingWe provide in-house training and offer a chance to utilize and develop technical and interpersonal skills, work collaboratively within and across departments, and gain a comprehensive knowledge of academic publishing and the ways each individual contributes to a shared goalWe encourage proactive individuals to take advantage of our many learning and development offerings, which can result in broad skill-sets, involvement in cross-departmental projects and initiatives, as well as exposure to career opportunities.
This is a 37.5-hour, full-time position based out of the cell press office in cambridge, massachusettsWe offer remote working opportunities for the right candidateCell press offers opportunity for career growth in a growing organization as well as a competitive salary and benefits package.
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