Associate Editor, BMC Genomics

Permanent

Location: London, Berlin, New York or Shanghai

Closing Date: 10th October 2021

BMC Genomics and BMC Genomic Data are looking for an Associate Editor with a strong interest in genomics to work across these open access titles. 

BMC Genomics and BMC Genomic Data publish scientifically valid and technically rigorous research across all areas of genomics and medical genomics. In this role, you would be responsible for handling manuscripts, providing advice to external editorial board members and developing the content of these journals. Communication is a key part of this role, as you will need to build excellent and productive relationships with the editorial board. You will also work closely with internal teams responsible for editorial support, as well as marketing and data sharing. 

This is a dynamic and varied role that will give you the opportunity to see content across a broad range of topics and contribute to the success of BMC as a whole.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the content published in these journals, primarily by advising on content handled by editorial board members, but also by handling individual submissions yourself where required, assessing their relevance to the journal and selecting peer reviewers as needed.
• Support the investigation and resolution of publishing or research ethics cases.
• Contribute to journal development plans for each journal in your portfolio, taking into account individual journal performance and development needs, as well as the overall strategy of the BMC journals.
• Ensure that appropriate editorial standards are upheld.
• Build excellent communications and relationships with Editorial Board Members and authors.
• Ensure that all members of the Editorial Board are fully aware of the ethos and editorial policies of the journal and the BMC series, and have all necessary training and information to perform their roles.

Experience, skills and qualifications

• Educated to PhD level (or equivalent), in a relevant field
• An interest in open access publishing
• An interest in genomics
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills, able to balance short-term deadlines with long-term goals
• Self-starter with a positive, can-do approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues at all levels
• Willing to travel occasionally and represent BMC at external events

The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis, and can be located in our London, Berlin, New York or Shanghai offices.

We are currently able to choose whether we work remotely or in the office and have a strong virtual on-boarding induction in place.

When it is fully safe to return to the office, we have a Global Working from Home Policy which will be discussed during interview.

To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions in the role, including your salary expectations and notice period.