Assistant Manager - Review

Overview

Lead and optimize the review process for the JoVE Journal, overseeing review operations and managing a team of editors while driving continuous improvements in workflow, reviewer engagement, and author experience.

What you'll do

• Oversee the end-to-end review process from manuscript submission to final editorial decision.
• Manage and mentor a team of Review Editors, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
• Provide training, feedback, and performance tracking to ensure team success and publication growth.
• Monitor key performance metrics (e.g., time to first decision, reviewer turnaround, acceptance rates).
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements, automation, and best practices to enhance efficiency.
• Develop strategies to improve reviewer engagement, retention, and turnaround times.
• Work closely with Editorial, Production, and Content teams to ensure a seamless publication process.
• Explore and implement AI and automation tools to enhance review efficiency and quality.

What you'll need

• A Ph.D. or Master's in Life Science.
• 5+ years of experience in academic/scientific publishing, with deep expertise in review workflows.
• Proven experience managing review teams and meeting publishing deadlines.
• Strong understanding of review models (single-blind, double-blind, open) and open access publishing.
• Hands-on experience with manuscript management systems (Editorial Manager preferred).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex scientific feedback.
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment.

Details

• Location: India.