Scientific Copy Editor (Maternity Cover)

The Journal of Experimental Biology is the leading journal in the field of comparative physiology and publishes papers on the form and function of living organisms, from the molecular and subcellular to the integrated whole animal. We are currently seeking applications for the role of full-time Scientific Copy Editor to provide maternity cover.

The role entails copyediting articles to a high standard, compiling and paginating articles within an issue, overseeing the journal production process and liaising with authors, academic editors and production staff to ensure that articles are published in a timely and professional manner.

Candidates for this position should have a degree (ideally a PhD) in a relevant scientific area, and previous copyediting experience is strongly preferred. Additional requirements include excellent literacy skills, high attention to detail, a diplomatic communication style, good interpersonal and IT skills, a flexible approach and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

This position represents an excellent opportunity within science publishing and offers a competitive salary and benefits. The position is a temporary role for a period of up to 12 months, likely starting in September 2014, and is based in our Cambridge (UK) offices. The post is full time (35 hrs) although part time might be considered.

The Company of Biologists is a not-for-profit organisation and publishes the three internationally renowned, established journals Journal of Cell Science, Development and The Journal of Experimental Biology, as well as the two newer Open Access journals Disease Models & Mechanisms and Biology Open. The organisation has an active programme of charitable giving for the further advancement of biological research, including travelling fellowships for junior scientists and contributions to academic societies and conferences.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and should send a CV along with a covering letter that clearly states their current position and salary expectations, relevant experience and why they are enthusiastic about the post.

Please send applications by email to Miriam.Ganczakowski@biologists.com by 6 June 2014 using the reference JEBMat2014. Informal queries should be directed to Miriam Ganczakowski on 01223 426164.

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