Do you have an exceptional eye for accuracy and detail?Would you like to be part of a team that edits research for a leading medical journal?About our team:The Lancet journals are a family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing the best science for better lives. We are a large collaborative team handling high-quality research post-acceptance for 18 Lancet titles. We liaise closely with our in-house editorial teams and academic authors to provide a personalised and exceptional publishing service.About the role;As an Assistant Editor, you will provide a detailed scientific copyedit of opinion and review papers. After comprehensive in-house training to hone your skills, you will ensure that studies are fully and accurately reported and that our language is clear and accessible to our international readership. You will play a key role in the post-acceptance peer-review process across all Lancet journals to successfully deliver and publish articles in a timely manner.Responsibilities:Editing opinion pieces and review content for a broad range of scientific and medical disciplinesOverseeing the accurate reporting of research according to our guidelines and ensuring all quality control measures are metLiaising with other editors, authors, and production teams to perfect papers for publicationCollaborating with colleagues to improve internal policies and processesRequirements:Have a BSc in biological or related science or demonstrate equivalent experience or knowledgeDemonstrate experience editing a publication or material related to science, technology, or medicineHave excellent spelling, grammar, and clarity in written EnglishEnjoy collaborating with teams to deliver on-time weekly deadlinesBe able to communicate and negotiate constructively with members of the medical profession, the media, and colleaguesHave good IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft WordAble to work unrestricted in the UKIf you are interested in the role, please apply with a cover letter and CV.At The Lancet, we are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. In our pursuit of excellence, we recognise the strength in varied perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the diversity of our editorial team, we encourage applications from individuals who bring unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives to the role.Work in a way that works for you:We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.Working with us:We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.Working in a hybrid way from both the office and at homeWorking flexible hours - flexing the times you work in the dayWorking for you:At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional daysHealth screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefitsWellbeing programsLife assuranceAccess to a competitive contributory pension schemeLong service awardsSave As You Earn share option schemeTravel Season ticket loanMaternity, paternity and shared parental leaveAccess to emergency care for both the elderly and childrenRE CARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to youAccess to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteerAccess to extensive learning and development resourcesAccess to employee discounts via Perks at WorkAbout Us:A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know.
