Senior Editor, Publication Ethics
Quick answer
PLOS is hiring a remote Senior Editor, Publication Ethics (US-based) paying $75,000- $83,000 or £42,000- £47,000 to resolve publication ethics cases and support journal teams.
- Role
- Senior Editor, Publication Ethics
- Organization
- PLOS
- Location
- Fully remote/home based, UK and US states: FL, IL, MA, MD, NY, PA, TX, VA
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $75,000- $83,000 (US) £42,000- £47,000 (UK)
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The PLOS Publication Ethics team works to uphold the integrity and reliability of PLOS publications and supports PLOS journals in publication ethics-related issues and policy development. The Senior Editor, Publication Ethics role involves resolving publication ethics cases, providing support to journal teams, and contributing to team-level initiatives.
What you'll do
- Resolve publication ethics cases efficiently
- Provide support for others’ publication ethics case work
- Contribute to team-level initiatives and projects
- Support journal staff editors in resolving publication ethics issues
- Communicate about ethics cases with involved/affected stakeholders
- Contribute to internal discussions about publication ethics
What it takes
- A Master’s degree or PhD in a scientific discipline
- Experience in an editorial or publication ethics role in science, technical, and medical (STM) publishing
- First-hand experience resolving publication ethics cases in STM publishing
- A demonstrated aptitude for critically evaluating scientific articles or publication ethics issues
- Post-graduate research experience in a scientific, clinical, or social sciences discipline (preferred)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
401k with employer match, employee sponsored health, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation, 11 public holidays and sick leave, parental leave, birthday and three winter holidays days off, short term and long term disability insurance, 2 days paid time off for volunteering per year, fully remote work environment with stipend on joining for home office (US); private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, personal accident insurance, pension with up to 10% employer match, 25 days holidays, market competitive maternity and paternity leave, 2 days paid time off for volunteering per year, fully remote work environment with stipend on joining for home office (UK)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is fully remote/home based, with applications accepted from candidates based in the UK and the following US states: FL, IL, MA, MD, NY, PA, TX, VA.
What is the compensation?
The base salary range is $75,000- $83,000 (US) or £42,000- £47,000 (UK).
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s degree or PhD, experience in editorial or publication ethics roles, and first-hand experience resolving publication ethics cases.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by February 28, 2024, through the PLOS careers page.
What benefits are offered?
Benefits include 401k with employer match, health insurance, paid vacation, parental leave, and a fully remote work environment.
How to apply
Apply directly on PLOS's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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