Job Description

Overview: •Are you passionate about scientific publishing and eager to support cutting-edge research? Join the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) as an Editorial Assistant in India! This is a temporary possition expected to be for 12 months.• •The RSC publishes over 55 world-leading journals, 1,500+ print books, and various online databases. Our international portfolio covers core chemical sciences and related fields, known for rigorous peer review and fast publication times. As a not-for-profit publisher, we reinvest surplus funds into the global scientific community.• •Key Responsibilities: •Provide administrative support for external community engagement•
• •Assist in promoting our journal and book portfolio•
• •Maintain and develop journals' online presence in India•
• •Support editorial and marketing initiatives•
• •Maintain Editorial and Advisory Board lists•

•Requirements: •A masters Degree in science is preferable (chemical science preferred)•
• •Administration experience, ideally in STM publishing•
• •Strong IT skills with relevant software packages•
• •Excellent organisational and time-management abilities•
• •Effective communication and teamwork skills•
• •Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines•

•We're seeking a detail-oriented, proactive individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to world-class scientific publications and engage with the academic community.• •At the RSC, we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working. While this role is based at our India office, you'll have the option to work from home within India, with occasional travel as needed.• •When applying, please 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• •here.•