Scientific Language Team Editor

Are you passionate about enhancing the clarity and impact of scientific research? A highly successful London-based scientific publisher of health and medical journals is looking to recruit a highly motivated biological sciences graduate to play a vital role in their language editing team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our client’s publishing initiatives. This is a hybrid role working one day a week in the London office after training.

Key responsibilities will involve:

1. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the language editing department, ensuring compliance with the company’s established methods and procedures.
2. Collaborating closely with a dynamic team of first and final readers, including senior management members.
3. Consulting on critical issues related to plagiarism, animal ethics, patient consent, and figure manipulation.
4. Assessing the quality of work produced by language editors, providing constructive feedback.
5. Working alongside the Deputy Editor in-Chief and other team members to ensure smooth operations and high-quality outcomes.
6. Keeping language editors updated on changes to services and requirements.

This is a super important role in the team and the ideal person will have a degree in biological sciences with some proven experience of language editing and a strong command of the English language. You will need great IT skills, particularly in Excel, and the ability to evaluate work effectively. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential with a focus on providing helpful and supportive feedback.

This is a perfect role for a biological sciences graduate who would like to be part of a team that values clarity, precision, and ethical standards in scientific communication.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity to make a difference in scientific publishing, please send your CV and a cover note detailing your relevant experience to: info@redwoodrecruitment.com.