In-house Senior Editor, The Lancet Oncology (10 Month Maternity Cover - Start Date ASAP )
Do you enjoy using science and health policy to drive change in the world?
Would you like to work on the leading clinical oncology journal?
Location: London
About our Team
The Lancet Oncology is part of The Lancet’s family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing the best science for better lives. We are an international team, handling high-quality research, reviews, Commissions, commentaries, and bespoke events to drive thought leadership across all aspects of cancer control. We build close relationships with research communities to ensure we offer a personalised service to authors while publishing exciting, interesting, and thought-provoking content. We also undertake considerable community engagement and political activities to leverage change.
About the Role
As an in-house Senior Editor, you will assist in the organisation and preparation of print and online versions of The Lancet Oncology.
Responsibilities
Commission comment, review, and feature content as necessary.
Editorial writing.
Organise peer review of research articles and reviews.
Sub-edit material from all sections of the journal to improve clarity of expression, and to conform to journal style, and the limits of the space available.
Develop and maintain links with the medical research communities to solicit high-quality research, especially clinical trials, for the journal.
Attend conferences and other events to represent the journal, to identify suitable topics and authors, and to keep up to date with current developments in medical research.
Requirements
An MD or PhD with postdoctoral experience in a relevant subject, or a postgraduate higher degree in a relevant discipline.
Some editorial experience, preferably at a Senior Editor or Assistant Editor level
Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of biological and medical sciences and broader social issues pertaining to cancer control
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently to demanding press deadlines
Excellent command of the English language and the ability to write in an engaging and interesting manner
Ability to work independently, but also to collaborate closely with other team members
Proficiency with IT systems including MS Office
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, family leave, and tuition reimbursement, we will help you meet both your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.
Working remotely from home and at our office in a hybrid working style
Working flexible hours - flexing the times you work in the day
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 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 days
Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
Wellbeing programs
Life assurance
Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
Long service awards
Save As You Earn share option scheme
Travel Season ticket loan
Maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
Access to extensive learning and development resources
Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work
This role is included in the pay bargaining unit represented by the National Union of Journalists (NUJ).
About 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.
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