Commissioning Editor - Books
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Royal Society of Chemistry has an exciting opportunity for a Commissioning Editor to join our Books team in a dynamic, fast moving publishing environment, on a temporary basis.
As Commissioning Editor, you will work within the materials chemistry portfolio of our Books Commissioning team on books from concept through to publication. You will commission book titles in the chemical sciences in accordance with our strategic plans, working closely with authors, editors and reviewers, assess projects for publication and ensure that these are marketed effectively to end users.
The Royal Society of Chemistry is the UK’s professional body for chemical scientists and the world’s leading chemistry community. We are a prestigious not-for-profit publishing and knowledge business, educating future generations of scientists, for the benefit of science and humanity.
We are looking for:
- Experience of commissioning and acquiring content.
- A good honours degree in science (chemical science normally preferred) or relevant STM publishing experience is essential.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in a team.
- Previous experience of working with academics and/or members of the scientific community
- Good organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and be responsible for own workload.
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
- Postgraduate experience and/or practical experience in STM publishing is desirable.
The Royal Society of Chemistry offers excellent benefits and a great work environment.
As an organisation we are embracing hybrid working, and homeworking/remote working within the UK could be considered for this role. Applicants should be aware that there is an expectation that employees will attend the office as needed for their role.
Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits and Equal Opportunities Statement and Inclusive Culture Pledge.
If you are interested in this role, please apply by the end of our closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/ expertise match the competencies outlined in the Job Description.
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Onboarding & Corporate Integration
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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.
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Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £31,590 - £41,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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