Remote Editorial Team Lead
For this role, we are seeking professionals in the biology field to be able to take a leadership position in journalism and research. As the Editor-in-Chief of Berkeley Pharma Tech Journal of Medicine (BPTJM) you assume overall responsibility for determining the journal’s scientific scope and editorial direction. The role is expected to edit articles on medical research that are targeted towards scientists in pursuit of innovation. You will serve as the leader of the journal’s editorial team and be responsible for ensuring the quality and quantity of the research articles published in BPTJM. You will also be expected to build a good network of contacts. The Editor-in Chief will need to develop and foster partnerships with members of the production, marketing, advertising teams, and to contribute to the overall publishing strategy of our journal.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop and shape the journal, and to be part of the vibrant and growing scientific community.
The position will report to our Founder/Director at Berkeley Pharma Tech.
Salary: Equity compensation
Duration: Duration: May 20, 2024 - May 20, 2025
Location: Work from home. You must live in the U.S.
Hours: 12 hours per week
BENEFITS:
* Earn equity in a start-up
* Training is provided
* Flexible work schedule
* Remote work
* Gain professional experience in a leadership role
* Obtain a letter of recommendation at the end of the work cycle
Your responsibilities will include:
developing and executing on an overall strategy for Berkeley Pharma Tech Journal of Medicine
managing the journal’s team of editorial interns
overseeing various aspects of the manuscript handling workflows
making decisions on manuscripts in collaboration with the editorial team
developing a strong working relationship with the external advisory editorial board
developing deep networks within the communities served by the journal
recruiting exciting papers within the scope of the journal
managing the article pipeline and front matter for the journal
collaborating on production workflows, marketing, social media and website
Establishing a system for effective and rapid peer review
Providing guidelines to authors for preparing and submitting manuscripts
Providing a clear statement of the Journal’s policies on authorship criteria
The preferred candidate would:
be pursuing an M.S. or a Ph.D. degree in any area of biology with journal relevant subject matter expertise/experience
1+ year of editorial experience
broad interest across the full spectrum of biology
project and/or people management skills
strong organizational skills
strong written and oral communication skills
interest in engaging with the scientific community
previous management experience is beneficial but not required
Why Berkeley Pharma Tech Journal of Medicine?
At Berkeley Pharma Tech, we celebrate diversity of thought and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our people. We believe that a culture of empowerment and diversity is vital to our continued innovation and success.
We have talented members in our Editorial Team collaborating from all over the U.S. We are driven by the purpose of unlocking people’s potential with the best learning and research solutions.
We need determined individuals to help make this happen. We work in small, agile teams, tackle the big issues, raise education standards, and deliver innovative solutions to learners and researchers.
We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment offering great opportunities to develop your professional experiences and leadership skills.
To apply, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/7ymR3nfYg7gpHZH7A. We will consider applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Contact info:
Vanloan Nguyen, nguyen@berkeleypharmatech.com
Anisha Voocha, Human Resources Team, anisha.voocha@berkeleypharmatech.com
Equal Opportunity Employer: Berkeley Pharma Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at Berkeley Pharma Tech are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, military status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.