Assistant Editor - Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Medicine

To strengthen our editorial team, we are looking for recent graduates who are eager to stay connected to scientific research by helping researchers worldwide publish their latest results. The position of Assistant Editor is full-time, and this position is based in Hong Kong.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with scholars and organize the peer-review process for submitted manuscripts.
• Make sure that accepted manuscripts fit our layout guidelines and can be published in a timely manner.
• Maintain good lines of communication with the Editor-in-Chief, Editorial Board, authors, and reviewers to ensure the journal’s smooth operation.
• Pay attention to progress in your assigned research fields and assist the Managing Editor in meeting the journal’s targets.
• Complete other assigned tasks.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in natural science, technology, medicine, engineering, and mathematics-related majors, including, but not limited to, biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemistry, engineering, physics, computer science, materials science, agriculture, medicine, pharmacy, ecology, and environmental sciences.

• Excellent command of English both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong learning and communication ability.
• Editorial experience is a plus but not mandatory. Fresh graduates are also welcome.
• International research or conference experiences are pluses.

What We Offer:

• Professional career development.
• International work environment.
• Flat organizational structure.
• Trips to the other MDPI offices.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Chances of attending academic conferences and other scholarly events.
• Chances of getting various experiences by helping launch a new branch of an international company in Hong Kong.

Additional Information:

• You must have the right to work and live in Hong Kong.
• This role is based in Hong Kong.

Address:

Level 35, Two Pacific Place, No. 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong, China