Author Heroes – Associate Scientific Editor

1 week ago


Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Elsevier Full time

Author Heroes – Associate Scientific Editor (Physical Sciences)

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If you're looking to start a career in publishing, please apply now and our recruitment team will be in touch when we have a live opportunity.

Do you have a genuine interest in science and are you looking to support researchers in scholarly publication?

Within our Science, Technology and Medical Journal (STMJ) division, the Author Heroes team uses scientific expertise and problem-solving skills to improve the author experience and help authors find a suitable home for their paper.

Our Associate Scientific Editors:


• evaluate content as a partner to external editors,


• iteratively improve on the editorial process for editors and reviewers,


• engage closely with authors to help them improve their manuscripts,


• help authors increase their odds of success to be published in another journal if rejected from their first choice.

Content evaluation is based on questions such as: is the article submitted within the aims and scope of the journal(s); does the science make sense; do the results support the main conclusions; have the authors chosen an appropriate method; is the manuscript of sufficient quality; Is this the right journal for this work, or could the authors improve their manuscript to increase their odds of success at another journal?

Our Editors offer authors guidance and ensure a smooth overall experience for authors who submit to our journals.

Roles in our team are located at any one of our global locations, primarily: Oxford, Amsterdam, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen.

What you should bring:


• PhD in Physical Sciences discipline(s)


• An experimental, results-driven, and enthusiastic work attitude


• Record of having published papers in scientific journals


• Technology savvy, familiar with online platforms, social media and digital content


• Good communication skills and excellent written and spoken English


• Relationship builder and self-starter; ability to build relationships both within the scientific community as well as within Elsevier on different levels within a large international environment


• Broad scientific interest and desire to serve and help customers in the scientific and clinical community: authors, editors and reviewers

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 flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

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:

· Group Health Insurance Policy (covering self and family)

· Group Life insurance/accident policy

· Generous long-service awards

· New Baby gift

· Subsidised food provided (applies to India- Chennai)

· Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, Gazetted Public Holiday and Maternity/Paternity Leave

· Free Transport provided to and from the office (applies to India-Chennai)

Purposeful Work
When you work with us, your work matters. You are part of an organization that nurtures your curiosity to stimulate innovation for the communities that we serve .

Growing Every Day

Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development.

Colleagues Who Care
You will be part of the Elsevier family. We will support your well-being and provide the flexibility you need to thrive at work and home.

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.

Together, we create possibilities.

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 by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: , or please contact

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