Assistant Editor
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Position Overview & Specifications
About Us
SelectScience has transformed global scientific communications and digital marketing over the last 24 years. As the internationally-recognized publisher and peer-to-peer review platform, it provides:
Reputable and impartial information to help scientists make well-informed buying decisions that accelerates their research- An established reputation for superior service built on digital marketing experience
- High value and credibility amongst a global audience of over 5 million influential scientists and clinicians
- Quality marketing services and virtual events to enable manufacturers to effectively develop, promote and sell their technologies
Award-winning culture of achievement:
The Queen’s Award 2021 for Enterprise: International Trade- Dedication to training and development
- Flexible, virtual team working
- Prioritizing fulfilment of both personal ambitions and company goals
- Recognizing employee achievements
- Teamwork ethos, creating an environment for innovation, knowledge sharing and support
- Excellent career progression
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The role
We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Editor , passionate about science and technology communication in an exciting high-profile Editorial role at SelectScience. You will join a first-class team and work with world renowned scientists and laboratory manufacturers, building a network of high calibre contacts.
Relish the opportunity to create engaging content, from videos, articles and webinars to infographics and beyond, to attract an international audience of scientists who buy laboratory products. As the no.1 laboratory product reviews site in the industry, you’ll encourage scientists from around the world to share their opinions on the products they use to help inform their peers and accelerate science.
About you
You will have:
- A strong scientific qualification, preferably in Chemistry or Life Sciences
- A good working understanding of technologies and techniques within your scientific area of knowledge
- Confidence talking to world-leading scientists, marketers and sponsors
- Experience working with a science publisher, agency or manufacturer
- Skills in creating successful digital content, using strong writing, exciting headlines, and SEO optimization
- The ability to tailor content to speaks to a targeted online audience
- Experience of successfully managing projects, to agreed deadlines
- A keen interest in digital, marketing and science communication
- A team-player attitude
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Publishing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Assistant Editor roles across SelectScience's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Publishing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,114 - £29,813 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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