Editorial Assistant, Books Editorial Project Management, Medicine & Life Sciences

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This role is part of the Books Editorial Project Management team (BEPM) that provides operational project management support to manage our titles and books portfolio through the publication process. We’re looking to recruit an energetic and highly organized graduate as an Editorial Assistant to support our Research Publishing editorial teams in Medicine & Life Sciences (MLS). This position based out of our New York office on a hybrid working model.
The Editorial Assistant provides a vital role in supporting the Editorial Acquisitions team by ensuring that our authors and editors receive a high quality of service, that our books are published to the highest standards, driving our authors satisfaction and reputation as a market and thought leader while we operate highly efficient workflows.
As well as providing core support to the Editorial teams, the role involves building excellent working relationships with internal teams such as production, and day-to-day administration.
Responsibilities
Managing editorial processes including the peer review process for new proposals
Preparing final typescripts for handover to production
Database and systems management
A wide range of administrative tasks including payment processing
Liaising with authors as well as with colleagues in production and editorial
Liaising with academics during the peer review process
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
College graduate
Experience of working in academic publishing in an entry-level editorial role would be an advantage
Office experience, including using MS Office and Google Suite
Project management experience would also be an advantage as this role requires a high level of organisational skills
Have excellent team-working skills to deal with people within the company and externally at all levels
Be a diplomatic and assertive individual who is able to work with demanding stake-holders
Ability to organize and priorities numerous tasks and be able to work on their own initiative
Be resourceful and proactive in dealing with problems and queries
Able to demonstrate good publishing business awareness and the ability to learn quickly
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be numerate and IT systems-literate, with a sharp eye for detail
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Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:

• An array of Employee Social Networks
• Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
• Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
• Multiple Life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) with company match and contribution
• Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
• Disability coverage

Annualized Base Salary Range: $36,190 – $38,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education and skill level.
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