Deputy Editor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete peer review process for academic journal submissions.

• Evaluate submitted manuscripts for scientific rigor, relevance, and alignment with journal objectives.

• Detect and report any concerns related to publication ethics or integrity.

• Make editorial decisions regarding acceptance, rejection, revision, or transfer of manuscripts.

• Select, invite, and oversee peer reviewers.

• Assess reviewer feedback and determine the subsequent steps for manuscripts.

• Evaluate revised submissions along with author rebuttals.

• Suggest alternative journals for manuscript transfers when applicable.

• Commission content, including review articles and special issues.

• Foster relationships with authors and researchers while tracking invited submissions.

• Collaborate with Editors-in-Chief on journal objectives, scope, and editorial strategies.

• Recommend and assist in appointing editorial board members.

• Contribute to achieving commissioning targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Attend conferences, webinars, and scientific events to represent the journal and organization.

• Develop professional networks to enhance the visibility of the journal and increase submissions.

• Analyze peer review metrics to identify areas for improvement.

• Lead or contribute to projects aimed at optimizing editorial workflows.

• Work with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements.

• Engage in editorial clusters and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

• Train and mentor peers and junior editors.

• Manage editorial duties across various journals and Editors-in-Chief.

• Independently handle complex or high-impact editorial cases.

• Identify new product opportunities, content areas, or avenues for journal development.

• Share valuable insights with pertinent internal stakeholders.

⛳️ Requirements

• PhD in AI/intelligent systems.

• Demonstrated experience in academic publishing, editorial roles, or manuscript management.

• Deep understanding of peer review processes and publication ethics.

• Expertise in a specific research domain.

• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple manuscripts and prioritize tasks effectively.

• Proficient stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Experience in commissioning content and engaging with author communities.

• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze performance metrics.

• Capacity to work independently with minimal oversight.

• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining quality.

• Collaborative attitude with the ability to mentor others.

• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

🏝️ Benefits

• Meeting-free Friday afternoons dedicated to focused work and professional development.

• Comprehensive employee programming with opportunities to build community, learn, and grow.

• Extensive benefits package.

• Competitive salary.

• Opportunities for ongoing learning and internal mobility.

• Support for health and well-being initiatives.

• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.