Proofreader/Quality Controller
Are you an experienced Proof Reader?
Do you have an eye for detail?
Location: London (part time, preferably Thursdays and Fridays)
The role sits within The Lancet Operations (OPEX) team, which supports the delivery of high‑quality editorial and production outputs across The Lancet portfolio. The team includes experienced production, editorial, and quality specialists who work closely together to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established standards. Quality and attention to detail are central to the team’s work, with clear processes in place to support reliable and timely delivery
The Proofreader / Quality Controller role is a part‑time position (2 days per week) created to support team capacity following a reduction in hours elsewhere in the team. The role is responsible for proofreading and quality‑checking content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with house style and established standards. Working alongside other proofreaders and production colleagues, the role contributes to maintaining the high quality expected across The Lancet’s published outputs.
Responsibilities
Proofread content to identify and correct errors in spelling, grammar, formatting, and consistency.
Carry out quality control checks to ensure content meets established standards and house style.
Work within defined editorial and production processes to support accurate and timely outputs.
Collaborate with other proofreaders, production, and editorial colleagues as required.
Contribute to maintaining clear and accurate records in line with team processes.
Requirements
Proven experience in proofreading, quality control, or a similarly detail‑focused editorial or production role.
Exceptional attention to detail with strong written English skills.
Ability to work independently and methodically within established processes.
BA or MA degree (science background not required).
Reliability and professionalism to deliver consistent, high‑quality work in a part‑time 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, 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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