PLOS GmbH
PLOS is a non-profit organizationona mission to drive open science forward with measurable, meaningful change in research publishing, policy, and practice. We believe in a better future where science is open to all, for all.
This position is fully remote/home based. Applications will be accepted from candidates based in the following US states: FL, IL, MA, MD, NY, PA, TX, VA
Role Summary PLOS is a nonprofit, Open Access publisher empowering researchers to accelerate progress in science and medicine by leading a transformation in research communication. The Editorial Board Associate is a member of PLOS’ Editorial Board Services team. The role focuses on developing and maintaining the Editorial Boards for PLOS’ suite of influential open-access journals. Key priorities include identifying and recruiting candidate Editorial Board members, supporting the Editorial Boards to offer excellent service to authors, and improving Editorial Board members’ experience.
Responsibilities
Identify and contact qualified individuals to serve on PLOS journals’ editorial boards
Vet candidates against individual journals’ Editorial Board criteria
Work collaboratively with Editorial Board Services managers and Editorial and Publishing stakeholders to ensure that the composition of the board reflects each journal’s community
Develop resources for board members to ensure consistency in decision making and high levels of engagement
Deploy feedback to individual editors to ensure adherence to best practices
Prepare reports and conduct data analysis on board performance
Develop documentation for relevant policies, procedures, and workflows
Communicate team and project updates (outcomes, results, and key performance indicators) during in-team and cross-departmental meetings
Monitor performance of vendor teams
Maintain quality and integrity of Editorial Board Member profile information
Knowledge and Skills
Experience working in scholarly publishing and/or experience working in a research setting
Experience with database searching or mining for relevant concepts, keywords, or individuals, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science, Dimensions and/or other scholarly databases
Familiarity with cross-cultural competencies
Strong organization and time management skills, and attention to detail
Qualifications
A university degree or equivalent professional experience in scholarly publishing
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Prolonged periods stationary at a desk and working on a computer.
Some national and international travel may be required.
Some flexibility to work across time zones.
The base salary range we’ve established for these positions is
$57,000 - $78,000.
PLOS also offers a comprehensive benefits packagesummarized below.
BENEFITS:
US:
401k with employermatch
Employee sponsored health, dental and vision insurance (Dental and Vision 100% employer paid)
Paid Vacation, 11public holidays and sick leave
Parental leave
Birthday and three winter holidays days off
Short term andlong termdisability insurance
2 days paid time off for volunteering per year
Fully remote work environment with stipend on joining for home office
About PLOS
Building on a strong legacy of pioneering innovation, PLOS continues to be a catalyst in openscience, reimagining models to meet open science principles, removing barriers and promoting inclusion in knowledge creation and sharing, and publishing research outputs that enable everyone to learn from,reuseand build upon scientific knowledge. Our work is supported by a highly skilled global in-house team, partnerships with local scholarly organizations, and the valued contributions of a diverse, international community of scientific researchers.
We’re committed to equal opportunity
We’reworking to create a moreequitablesystem of scientific knowledge and understanding. Removing barriers to inclusion andfacilitatingbroad participation of voices is core to our success, inside and out. Beyond accepting distinct perspectives, weseekand support divergent backgrounds among ourcolleaguesbecause we know differences strengthen our teams, our work, and our communities. We strongly encourage applicants of all identities to join us as we work towards a future where science is open to all, for all.
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This position is fully remote/home based. Applications will be accepted from candidates based in the following US states: FL, IL, MA, MD, NY, PA, TX, VA
Role Summary PLOS is a nonprofit, Open Access publisher empowering researchers to accelerate progress in science and medicine by leading a transformation in research communication. The Editorial Board Associate is a member of PLOS’ Editorial Board Services team. The role focuses on developing and maintaining the Editorial Boards for PLOS’ suite of influential open-access journals. Key priorities include identifying and recruiting candidate Editorial Board members, supporting the Editorial Boards to offer excellent service to authors, and improving Editorial Board members’ experience.
Responsibilities
Identify and contact qualified individuals to serve on PLOS journals’ editorial boards
Vet candidates against individual journals’ Editorial Board criteria
Work collaboratively with Editorial Board Services managers and Editorial and Publishing stakeholders to ensure that the composition of the board reflects each journal’s community
Develop resources for board members to ensure consistency in decision making and high levels of engagement
Deploy feedback to individual editors to ensure adherence to best practices
Prepare reports and conduct data analysis on board performance
Develop documentation for relevant policies, procedures, and workflows
Communicate team and project updates (outcomes, results, and key performance indicators) during in-team and cross-departmental meetings
Monitor performance of vendor teams
Maintain quality and integrity of Editorial Board Member profile information
Knowledge and Skills
Experience working in scholarly publishing and/or experience working in a research setting
Experience with database searching or mining for relevant concepts, keywords, or individuals, including PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science, Dimensions and/or other scholarly databases
Familiarity with cross-cultural competencies
Strong organization and time management skills, and attention to detail
Qualifications
A university degree or equivalent professional experience in scholarly publishing
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Prolonged periods stationary at a desk and working on a computer.
Some national and international travel may be required.
Some flexibility to work across time zones.
The base salary range we’ve established for these positions is
$57,000 - $78,000.
PLOS also offers a comprehensive benefits packagesummarized below.
BENEFITS:
US:
401k with employermatch
Employee sponsored health, dental and vision insurance (Dental and Vision 100% employer paid)
Paid Vacation, 11public holidays and sick leave
Parental leave
Birthday and three winter holidays days off
Short term andlong termdisability insurance
2 days paid time off for volunteering per year
Fully remote work environment with stipend on joining for home office
About PLOS
Building on a strong legacy of pioneering innovation, PLOS continues to be a catalyst in openscience, reimagining models to meet open science principles, removing barriers and promoting inclusion in knowledge creation and sharing, and publishing research outputs that enable everyone to learn from,reuseand build upon scientific knowledge. Our work is supported by a highly skilled global in-house team, partnerships with local scholarly organizations, and the valued contributions of a diverse, international community of scientific researchers.
We’re committed to equal opportunity
We’reworking to create a moreequitablesystem of scientific knowledge and understanding. Removing barriers to inclusion andfacilitatingbroad participation of voices is core to our success, inside and out. Beyond accepting distinct perspectives, weseekand support divergent backgrounds among ourcolleaguesbecause we know differences strengthen our teams, our work, and our communities. We strongly encourage applicants of all identities to join us as we work towards a future where science is open to all, for all.
Interested in building your career at Public Library of Science? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.
#J-18808-Ljbffr