Scientific Editor Job at Sage Publishing
Sage Publishing is hiring Scientific Editors to support its leading STM Open Access journals. If you are passionate about research integrity, manuscript evaluation, and scholarly publishing, this Editor Job role offers a flexible, inclusive, and mission-driven environment where your expertise helps shape the future of scientific communication. Graduates seeking for Pharmacy Jobs or Pharmacology Jobs can apply now.
Job Purpose
The Editor Job role is responsible for evaluating manuscripts and making decisions based on deep subject matter understanding. Responsibilities include contributing to editorial board development, journal strategy, special projects, and process optimization while maintaining DEI principles.
Key Accountabilities for Editor Job Role:
- Assess submitted manuscripts across the journal’s scope
- Make final acceptance decisions based on subject expertise, reviewer feedback, and author responses
- Stay updated on research developments and publishing practices
- Provide expert suggestions for Editorial Board recruitment and Special Collection topics
- Collaborate with Senior Scientific Editors, Journal Managers, and Editorial Board members
- Manage a high submission volume while ensuring high-quality publishing standards
- Maintain journal KPIs and uphold DEI principles in evaluation
About the Company
Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and digital resources. Founded in 1965, Sage remains independently mission-driven with a long-term focus on supporting equitable academic futures, championing diverse perspectives, and investing in innovative educational and research tools.
Educational Requirements for Editor Job Role:
- PhD in a medical science (pharmacology, biochemistry, etc.)
- Postdoctoral experience (preferred but not required)
Key Responsibilities for Editor Job Role:
- Manuscript assessment and editorial decision-making
- Maintaining journal quality and performance metrics
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
- Supporting editorial board development, marketing insights, and workflow enhancements
- Ensuring research integrity, transparency, and open science
Skills Required for Editor Job Role:
- Previous scholarly publishing editorial experience
- Ability to evaluate research and learn new fields
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to manage large manuscript volumes
- Commitment to DEI, research integrity, and open science
- Commercial awareness and understanding of Open Access publishing
- Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset
How to Apply for Editor Job Role:
Graduates seeking for Pharmacy Jobs or Pharmacology Jobs can apply now. Applicants must upload a cover letter and CV as one document. Applications without a cover letter may not be reviewed.
