Description

Position Summary: The Associate Editor is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of a peer-reviewed academic journal specialized in environmental health sciences, while contributing to long-term initiatives and goals. Assists with the implementation of strategic priorities and projects that advance SETAC and the journal's mission. See the full list of job functions and duties. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Administer the electronic editorial office submission management system (ScholarOne) 
• Provide support to journal stakeholders in all areas (in-house and external editors; authors; reviewers)
• Manage peer-review process; serve as first point of contact for authors, editors, and reviewers 
• Provide editorial support on issue compilation, proofs, and SETAC publications 
• Collaborate with publications department on collaborative projects
• Ensure editorial excellence 

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Mastery of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style guide (APA) 
• Advanced oral and written communication skills 
• Strong interpersonal competencies 
• Proficiency in computer skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously amid tight deadlines 

Education/Experience: 
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; three or more years’ editorial experience 
 
Language Ability: 
Excellent written communication skills. Able to organize written ideas clearly; tailor written communications to effectively reach the target audience; provide constructive feedback on grammar, punctuation, syntax, spelling.  
 
Computer Skills: 
MS Office. Experience with Electronic Editorial Office websites preferred, such as ScholarOne Manuscripts or Editorial Manager. HTML proofing. 
 
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.