Assistant Editor (Master's Graduates)

Position Overview

We invite candidates passionate about staying engaged with scientific research to assist researchers globally in publishing their latest findings. The role of Assistant Editor is a full-time position based in Singapore, supporting the editorial process of academic journals in specialized fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the editorial workflow for scholarly journals within your subject expertise
• Coordinate the peer review process for manuscript submissions and facilitate editorial decisions
• Manage communication via email among authors, reviewers, and editors involved in the publication procedure
• Collaborate closely with editorial and production teams to ensure seamless publication
• Ensure precise editing and timely publication of academic articles while maintaining consistency and quality under strict deadlines

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a Master's degree in fields such as Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Materials Science, Agriculture, Medicine and Pharmacy, Ecology and Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, Linguistics, or Education Science
• Excellent command of MS Office tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong proficiency in spoken and written English
• Ability to handle multitasking with keen attention to detail
• Effective organizational and time management capabilities
• Robust communication and coordination skills
• Experience in research or laboratory settings relevant to academic disciplines
• Familiarity with academic publishing peer-review procedures is preferred
• Professional background in scholarly publishing is advantageous
• Editorial experience is a plus but not mandatory; fresh graduates are encouraged to apply

Benefits and Opportunities

• Opportunities for both professional growth and personal development
• Experience working in an international and diverse environment
• Flexible scheduling within the framework of a full-time role
• Travel opportunities to other company offices worldwide
• Participation in scientific conferences
• Competitive compensation package and benefits

About MDPI

Founded in 1996, MDPI is a pioneer in open access scholarly publishing, committed to promoting wide access to cutting-edge research across disciplines. Operating over 400 peer-reviewed open-access journals with support from more than 66,000 academic editors worldwide, MDPI ensures rapid and broad dissemination of scientific knowledge. Headquartered in Switzerland with offices across Europe, Asia, and North America, the company also dedicates efforts to sustainability initiatives through the MDPI Sustainability Foundation.