Job description
About our Team
The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific is a gold OA journal, part of the Lancet's global initiative to advocate for health-care quality and access in all regions of the world. We are a small and friendly team handling a high volume of submissions while priding ourselves on offering a personalised service to the researchers who publish with us.
About the Role
The Deputy Editor will work with fellow Senior Editors and the Editor-in-Chief in all aspects of the organisation and preparation of the journal.
You will encounter some of the best research in Western Pacific region, collaborate with a regional and global authorship base, and get to work closely with other journal editors as well as our production, marketing, communications, and administration.
The role is based in a location in Australia or China where Elsevier has an office. For this particular role, we do not expect daily attendance in the office but believe that regular in-person team meetings can be beneficial for us all. You will have a clearly defined schedule of work, and the way you use your weekly hours to complete it will be up to you.
Responsibilities
Act on behalf of the Editor-in-Chief when required
Contribute critically to the selection of the journal content, and shaping journal development
Identify experts to act as peer reviewers on selected submissions
Write editorials
Commission content to build our journal’s profile among the communities we serve and handle special project content as necessary
Develop and maintain links with the regional health community to solicit high-quality research and thought leadership for the journal
Attend conferences and other events, to represent the journal, to identify suitable topics and authors, and to keep up-to-date with current developments in regional health
Suggesting and helping to develop new initiatives for future development and enhancement of the journal
Requirements
Higher degree (PhD) in a relevant discipline (eg, biomedical science, public health, global health), or a medical degree (MD)
Research experience in a relevant field or experience in the wider development community. Post-doc experience is desirable
Substantial editorial experience at Senior Editor level, with a good understanding of all aspects of the journal publishing process and of running an editorial team. Experience of managing remotely would be an advantage as would prior experience of working an online or open access journal
First-class critical analysis skills
A genuine commitment to equity in health and health care
An unfailingly can-do attitude
Enjoy collaborating with teams to deliver successful projects and initiatives on time
Have a natural ability to engage, influence and build relationships with stakeholders, teams and our community
Be a great problem solver, with analytical approach to solve complex issues and highly focussed on results
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
Working with us
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.
Working for you
At RELX , we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
Group Health Insurance Policy (covering self and family)
Group Life insurance/accident policy
Generous long-service awards
New Baby gift
Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, Gazetted Public Holiday and Maternity/Paternity Leave
About Us
RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. We help scientists make new discoveries, doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients and lawyers win cases. We prevent online fraud and money laundering, and help insurance companies evaluate and predict risk. Our events enable customers to learn about markets, source products and complete transactions. In short, we enable our customers to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. The Group serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs over 33,000 people, of which around 1/4th are technologists.
Our workforce of over 33,000 people has an average length of service of 9 years. Our people team is responsible for recruiting talented individuals and helping them develop in their role. We provide innovative learning and development opportunities for our employees and work with them to create an inclusive culture that enables a high-performing and engaged workforce.
Join Us
We want RELX to be a great place to work, where our employees feel valued, have equal opportunities and benefit from pay equality, regardless of their gender, gender identity, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability status. Inclusion and diversity are important to our future. We need the engagement of people from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and ideas to achieve real innovation for our customers around the world.
Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact accommodations@relx.com or if you are based in the US you may also contact us on 1.855.833.5120.
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Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact accommodations@relx.com or if you are based in the US you may also contact us on 1.855.833.5120.
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