Editorial Coordinator - SOBP

Position Summary
Editorial Coordinator – Society of Biological Psychiatry (SOBP). This in-person role reports to the Director of Publications – Society of Biological Psychiatry at Parthenon Management Group.

Job Purpose
Supports PMG’s goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting excellence, quality service, commitment, and accountability. Responsibilities include communication, teamwork, and job knowledge while coordinating administrative duties for the Journals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Act as primary email contact; communicate with authors, reviewers, and editors as necessary.

Receive, evaluate, and assign new and/or revised manuscript submissions.

Peer review process management.

Receive decisions and process decision letters.

Manage author appeals.

Receive and verify completed reviews; identify ethical issues; maintain co‑reviewer report.

Conduct plagiarism checks for all revisions.

Coordinate transfer of manuscripts between the journals, if applicable for assigned journal(s).

Manage review process, if applicable for assigned journal(s).

Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment
This position is located in an office setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions. The individual may be required to perform moderately demanding physical activity such as handling and opening boxes weighing approximately 35‑40 pounds, standing, and walking extensively throughout the day.

Benefits
PMG places a high priority on people, offering a range of benefits to support professional and personal well‑being.

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

2 Personal Days, 8 Paid Holidays, PTO Days

6 weeks parental leave

Employee Development

Paid Give Back Day for volunteer service

Requirements
Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree is required.

Previous experience working in academic, preferably scientific, publishing.

Knowledge of publication management software.

Excellent written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Mastery of Microsoft Office software.

Strong organization, ability to handle multiple assignments, and attention to detail.

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