Senior Editor, The Lancet Healthy Longevity

RELX Group ,
London, Greater London
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Purpose of the Job The Lancet Healthy Longevity, is looking for a full-time, in-house Senior Editor to join the editorial team in our London Wall office. Working alongside the Editor-in-Chief you will be responsible for assisting in the launch, organisation and preparation of this new online-only gold open access title. Main Activities and Responsibilities 1. Quantity * Developing and maintaining links with the international general medicine, oncology, diabetes, neurology, rheumatology, general practice, bone health, geriatrics, and infection communities, and scanning the current literature to aid in the identification of suitable material and authors for the journal * Commissioning material for the journal as required, and organising and conducting interviews * Organising peer review of articles and other written material and negotiating with authors * Writing editorials, news items, and other material for the journal or website * Sub-editing material from all sections of the journal to improve clarity of expression, and to conform to journal style, and the limits of the space available * Checking galley proofs and cross- reading journal pages, both as paper copies and on screen * Attendance at conferences and other events, to represent the journal, to identify suitable topics and Authors and to keep up to date with current developments in general medicine, oncology, diabetes, neurology, rheumatology, general practice, bone health, geriatrics, and infection. * Checking of monthly website updates and selection of material for homepage * Assist with press releases as required * Participate with online strategies * Suggesting and helping to develop new initiatives for the further development of the journal * Handle papers for the other three online-only open access titles in the group as required * Such other duties as may be necessary from time to time (eg covering for other team members during holiday and sickness absences) 2. Consistency * Meet daily, weekly, and monthly targets while doing other tasks. * Other tasks consist of: checking Cover and Contents pages; writing of press releases; and attendance at weekly meetings with Editorial and the Production department. 3. Quality Control * Adherence to highest standards and the journal's agreed approach. * Checking format of all articles. * Checking data for accuracy, use of SI units, and clarity of presentation. * Checking proofs and pages for whole journal content. * Reviewing Lancet style on a monthly basis Key Competencies (Aligned with ECF) 1. Displays High Integrity and Honesty * Willingly speaks up and asks tough questions on ethical issues. * Seeks out all sides of an argument or issue. * Challenges those who act against the core values. * Stands up for his/her own opinion but is able to take onboard other opinions. * Works for the common good of the team or organisation without letting go of personal values or ethics. 2. Drives for results * Builds commitment in others for their individual and team objectives. * Communicates expectations clearly. * Promotes a strong sense of urgency for reaching goals. * Follows through on commitments to ensure they are successfully completed and goal are achieved. * Follows through on commitments to ensure goal achievement. 3. Takes Initiative * Independently addresses unexpected situations. * Confident in taking action and removing obstacles to action. * Can be counted on to follow through on actions. * Encourages others to take their own initiative when faced with a problem. * Provides appropriate amount of information, resources and support without undermining the individual's full ownership of objectives and their success. 4. Technical and Professional Expertise * Applies a depth of knowledge and understanding to own work and relates to overall business context. * Applies a breadth of knowledge across multiple functions and projects on behalf of the team. * Actively champions the team's technical knowledge within the organisation. * Sought out due to indepth knowledge and experience. 5. Solves Problems and Analyzes Issues * Is able to ask effective questions and collect facts from multiple sources in order to solve problems. * Is able to effectively identify and analyze problems and propose solutions. * Effectively manages day to day issues and problems without intervention. 6. Communicates Powerfully and Prolifically * Shares information relevant to own role. * Demonstrates effective conversational skills, including active listening and questioning. * Participates in team presentations. 7. Builds Relationships * Is approachable and friendly. * Asks for opinions of others. * Participates in formal and informal gatherings to meet new people and develop new relationships. Functional and Technical Competencies Interpersonal Skills: * Ability to work in a team and keep to strict deadlines. * Negotiation skills with members of the medical profession, the media, and other editors. * General Knowledge and Technical S

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