PLOS One Public Health and Epidemiology Associate Editor- 2 Year Full Time Contract

Public Library of Science

9d • $67,000 - $73,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Associate Editor oversees the editorial process for manuscripts submitted to PLOS journals, using prior research experience, critical evaluation skills, and internal guidelines to make nuanced and complex editorial decisions. The role also works with colleagues in the division and other teams on developmental and promotional activities for PLOS journals. This position focuses on Public Health and Epidemiology and is a two-year full-time contract. It is fully remote/home based, with applications accepted from candidates based in the UK and the listed US states. In the US, the position is represented by the Pacific Media Workers Guild, Local 39521 of the NewsGuild-Communication Workers of America.

Requirements

• Experience in a research environment, publishing, or another relevant industry.
• Highly organized and efficient, with strong critical assessment and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.
• Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject area.

Nice To Haves

• A PhD, MD, or similar-level qualification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of escalation for complex and nuanced editorial queries.
• Support other teams at PLOS, editorial board members, and third-party editorial teams in upholding scientific rigor and editorial integrity.
• Evaluate submissions and make decisions based on reviewers’ comments.
• Participate in developing editorial policy and improving the visibility and reputation of journals in the PLOS portfolio.
• Handle publication ethics queries.
• Build relationships with members of the academic community.
• Demonstrate a positive, constructive attitude to change and a growth mindset.

Benefits

• 401k with employer match.
• Employee-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance; dental and vision insurance are 100% employer paid.
• Paid vacation, 11 public holidays, and sick leave.
• Parental leave.
• Birthday and three winter holidays days off.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Two paid days off for volunteering per year.
• Fully remote work environment with a home-office stipend on joining.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level