Editorial Assistant - Cambridge, United Kingdom - The Royal Society of Chemistry

The Royal Society of Chemistry

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Overview:

The Royal Society of Chemistry have an exciting opportunity for an Editorial Assistant to join our Education Platforms, Publishing and Products team on a permanent basis.

Our Education Platforms, Publishing and Products team collaborates to provide valuable resources and support for educators and students in schools, colleges and universities, ensuring access to engaging and relevant chemistry education from primary school onwards.

The role
As Editorial Assistant, you'll provide crucial support to our Education in Chemistry magazine and teaching resources. Your responsibilities will include editorial tasks, customer service, administrative duties and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our programmes and support for chemistry teachers.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing editorial and project support to the Resources and Editorial teams, including liaison with freelance and internal contributors, editing and proofreading of both print and online content, uploading to our CMS.
Arranging meetings for staff, members and visitors, including organising appropriate facilities, sending invitations, monitoring attendance and minute taking.
Supporting financial processes and budget management by raising and tracking electronic purchase orders and processing expenses.
Liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Arranging contracts with contributors and contractors.
Undertaking other relevant activities as appropriate.

What we are looking for:

Excellent written English and communication skills.
Great interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to customer service.
Some experience of proofreading, editing or digital content management.
The ability to cultivate and maintain positive relations with customers and other stakeholders.
Strong interest in science education and outreach, along with some knowledge of UK and Irish education systems.
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing demands and workload.

A full job description is available here.

About the RSC:

With over 175 years of heritage, the RSC is a non-profit organization dedicated to shaping the future of science education globally.

Committed to nurturing scientists, maintaining high standards, and fostering collaboration, we partner with industry and academia while advising governments on policy.

In the UK, we are the leading non-governmental funder of chemistry education, advocating for inclusive, high-quality learning experiences.

Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.