Peer Review Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Guarantees a prompt and ethical editorial workflow for the designated portfolio.

• Engages in daily communication with editors, authors, and reviewers.

• Oversees the manuscript submission process for the assigned journal portfolio.

• Evaluates all submitted manuscripts to ensure compliance with each journal’s submission guidelines.

• Offers comprehensive technical support for the peer review system.

• Compiles reports on editorial metrics for editors and APA personnel.

• Develops process enhancements for the department and conducts training sessions for the team.

• Collaborates with Production Editors and Associate Publishers to implement journal-wide solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, English, or related fields.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in academic publishing.

• Understanding of the editorial and peer review processes.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities (both written and verbal).

• Proven experience in a high-stakes, deadline-oriented environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word (User).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (User).

• Experience with email programs (User).

• Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat (User).

• Experience with Editorial Manager (preferred).

• Knowledge of iThenticate (preferred).

• Familiarity with DocuSign (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work and flexible scheduling options.

• 401(k) plan with employer matching up to 4%.

• Options for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Outpatient mental health benefit.

• Paid personal/vacation time in addition to 12 paid holidays.

• Family and medical leave.

• Tuition assistance program.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Short- and long-term disability insurance.

• Comprehensive employee benefits program.