Peer Review Editor

5 hours, 29 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Technical Writing and Documentation
JoVE

JoVE

JoVE is a leading producer of scientific video resources, accelerating research in science, medicine, and engineering through peer-reviewed video articles. With over 15,000 videos, JoVE enhances lab productivity and education worldwide.

Media
51-250
Founded 2006

Description

  • Manage end-to-end peer review for assigned submissions, including reviewer selection, invitations, monitoring, decision preparation, and revision management.
  • Build, vet, and maintain a high-quality reviewer pool with broad expertise coverage.
  • Track reviewer performance and turnaround times, and proactively resolve delays to keep submissions moving.
  • Collaborate with Editorial and Production teams to support a smooth author experience from submission through publication.
  • Improve peer review workflows by implementing templates, automation, and dashboards to reduce cycle times and improve quality.
  • Maintain accurate records in manuscript systems such as Editorial Manager and Monday.com, including reviewer activity, decisions, correspondence, and policy exceptions.
  • Ensure manuscripts meet scientific rigor, ethics, and reporting standards throughout the review process.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in the life sciences or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.
  • 5+ years of experience in scholarly publishing with hands-on peer review experience.
  • Working knowledge of peer review models, including single-blind, double-blind, and open review.
  • Knowledge of open access workflows and emerging trends in scholarly communication.
  • Proficiency with manuscript systems and workflow tools, especially Editorial Manager.
  • Comfort using automation and AI-assisted tools to improve efficiency.
  • Exceptional written communication and editorial judgment.
  • Strong organization and project management skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Direct impact on accelerating science research and improving student learning in science education.
  • Opportunity to work with global teams in an innovative, collaborative environment.
  • Clear path for career advancement through a strong promotion-from-within culture.

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