PLOS Medicine Associate Editor

*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. In the US, this is a union represented position as part of the Pacific Media Workers Guild, Local 39521 of the NewsGuild-Communication Workers of AmericaRole SummaryPLOS is a non-profit organization on a 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 role is responsible for recruiting and assessing research manuscripts, partnering with the Editorial Board of Academic Editors, handling peer review and commissioning articles for our Magazine section.Responsibilities Handling research manuscripts submitted to the journalCommissioning articles for the Front sectionUndertaking lab visits and travelling to conferences to represent the journal and PLOS, and to recruit high-quality submissions to the journalParticipating in writing of editorials, blog posts and other related materialsParticipating in the daily running of the journal, including all editorial projects and initiatives aligned with the goals of the journal Knowledge and Skills Experience in a research environment, publishing, or other relevent industry.Experience in cross- collaboration and ability to manage projectsAbility to understand and assess research on a broad range of topics within the medical sciences.Excellent written and oral communication skills.A keen eye for detailOutstanding time-management and organizational skillsAbility to work collaboratively, with teams across two continents, and deliver against firm deadlines.A passion for science, scientific communication and open access.Previous editorial experience in assessing research manuscripts and handling manuscripts through peer review is desired, but not required.QualificationsA postgraduate degree in a relevant subject area required Physical Requirements and Work Environment Prolonged periods stationary at a desk and working on a computerSome national and international travel will be requiredSome flexibility to work across time zones The base salary range we’ve established for these positions is $67,000 - $73,500. PLOS also offers a comprehensive benefits package summarized below.BENEFITS:US:401k with employer matchEmployee sponsored health, dental and vision insurance (Dental and Vision 100% employer paid)Paid Vacation, 11 public holidays and sick leaveParental leaveBirthday and three winter holidays days offShort term and long term disability insurance2 days paid time off for volunteering per yearFully 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 open science, 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, reuse and 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 opportunityWe’re working to create a more equitable system of scientific knowledge and understanding. Removing barriers to inclusion and facilitating broad participation of voices is core to our success, inside and out. Beyond accepting distinct perspectives, we seek and support divergent backgrounds among our colleagues because 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. Visit plos.org/careers to learn more.To learn more about how PLOS protects your privacy, see our Employee Privacy Notice.Originally posted on Himalayas