Editorial Assistant

 

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Job Title:  Editorial Assistant, Nature Research 

Location:  New York – Hybrid Working Model

 

The Editorial Support Team sits within the Editorial Operations Division, which supports the Springer Nature Journals group by connecting the editorial and publishing needs of the journals' portfolios to the people, systems and processes that will support them. The Editorial Support Team’s primary function is to provide best-in-class editorial support to authors, editors (internal and external) and peer reviewers from the point of submission through to acceptance.

 

Purpose of the Role       

• Support authors, reviewers and editors with the processing of manuscripts from submission to acceptance
• Ensure journal requirements are met by performing required quality checks and obtaining legal forms.
• Maintain accurate person records and manuscript history by following agreed workflows

 

Responsibilities

• Manage the flow of manuscripts from submission to acceptance through the manuscript tracking system (MTS); perform quality checks on manuscripts and ensure all required legal paperwork is collected and stored.
• Provide support for Authors, Reviewers and Editors; troubleshoot and assist with system issues and escalate to the relevant teams as required.
• Maintain correct information within the databases; update and merge person records within the MTS and ensure manuscript information is correct.
• Assist with editorial reports and other ad hoc tasks associated with the editorial workflow.
• Provide team cover during periods of absence.

 

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced office environment is preferred.
• Microsoft Office and Google suites; database management
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer service ethos
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere carefully to established procedures
• Ability to work to a specified list of priorities with speed and accuracy
• Ability to organize and juggle a varied workload under pressure and to work quickly and efficiently without constant supervision
• Capacity to make thoughtful decisions and use initiative
• Attention to detail
• Punctuality and reliability
• A positive attitude in the workplace and a willingness to co-operate with colleagues

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Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below: 

•    Medical, Dental and Vision 
•    401(k) with company match and contribution
•    Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
•    Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
•    Multiple Life insurance options
•    Disability coverage
•    Tuition Assistance
•    Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
•    Employee Assistance Program
•    Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
•    An array of Employee Social Networks  

 

US Annualized Base Salary Range: $36,190. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.

 

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