Our client is seeking a part time Journals Development Officer to support the development and management of a portfolio of peer reviewed academic journals. This role is offered on a part time basis (c. 2 days per week) and would suit someone with experience in scholarly or academic publishing who is interested in journal development and editorial strategy.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: £32,345 (fulltime equivalent)
- Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and closure days
- Employer pension contribution at 10%
- London-based, with flexible and hybrid working options
Role
- Supporting the development and day‑to‑day management of academic journals
- Working with editors, publishing partners and internal colleagues
- Contributing to journal development plans and performance monitoring
- Providing editorial and administrative support across peer review processes
- Helping improve journal visibility, engagement and best practice
About the Organisation
Our client is a well‑established membership organisation within the academic and research sector, offering a supportive culture and a strong commitment to flexible working.
About You
- Editorial experience in academic or scholarly publishing, with a solid understanding of journals publishing
- Confidence working with editors, editorial boards and academic stakeholders
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and written communication
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment
- Experience in a research or higher education environment would be beneficial, in particular for a society, membership body or charity
Equal Opportunities
Inspired Search & Selection are a publishing recruitment specialist who operate an Equal Opportunities policy. We treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability or union membership status.
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