Deputy Editor

Deputy Editor

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Deputy Editor based in India.

This role offers an opportunity for an experienced scientific professional to shape the future of academic publishing in the field of AI and intelligent systems. The Deputy Editor will oversee the complete peer review lifecycle, ensuring research quality, integrity, and alignment with publication standards. Working closely with researchers, reviewers, editorial leaders, and internal teams, this position influences the direction of scholarly content. The role combines subject-matter expertise with strategic editorial judgment, enabling meaningful contributions to scientific advancement. You will manage complex editorial decisions, support content development initiatives, and strengthen engagement within the research community. This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about innovation, knowledge sharing, and improving how scientific discoveries reach global audiences.

Accountabilities:

The Deputy Editor will manage high-impact editorial activities by applying scientific expertise, strong decision-making, and a deep understanding of academic publishing standards. This role requires independent ownership of manuscript evaluation, content strategy, stakeholder collaboration, and continuous improvement of editorial processes.

• Review submitted manuscripts to assess scientific quality, relevance, originality, and alignment with journal scope.
• Manage the full peer review process, including reviewer selection, invitations, feedback evaluation, and editorial decisions.
• Make informed publication decisions, including acceptance, rejection, revision requests, and manuscript transfers.
• Identify and escalate publication ethics, integrity, or compliance concerns following established procedures.
• Evaluate revised submissions and author responses to ensure quality and completeness.
• Commission new content such as review articles, special issues, and other scholarly materials.
• Build relationships with researchers, authors, and academic communities to strengthen journal visibility and submissions.
• Collaborate with editorial leadership to refine journal strategy, scope, and development initiatives.
• Analyze editorial performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve workflows and processes.
• Support editorial projects, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and cross-functional collaborations.
• Mentor junior editors and provide guidance on editorial practices, decision-making, and peer review standards.
• Represent the publication within scientific communities through conferences, webinars, and professional events.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings advanced academic expertise in AI or intelligent systems, experience with scholarly publishing, and the ability to make thoughtful editorial decisions. Strong analytical skills, communication abilities, and a commitment to research quality are essential for success in this role.

• PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Intelligent Systems, Computer Science, or a related research field.
• Proven experience in academic publishing, editorial roles, manuscript review, or scholarly content management.
• Strong understanding of peer review processes, publication ethics, and research integrity standards.
• Demonstrated subject-matter expertise within a relevant scientific domain.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to manage multiple manuscripts, priorities, and deadlines independently.
• Experience engaging with researchers, authors, reviewers, and academic communities.
• Experience commissioning scientific content and supporting journal growth initiatives.
• Ability to interpret performance metrics and use data to improve editorial outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with mentoring experience and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards.

Benefits:

• Remote working flexibility with opportunities available across multiple locations in India.
• Competitive compensation package based on skills, experience, and location.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful scientific publishing and knowledge advancement.
• Access to a culture focused on continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth.
• Opportunities to collaborate with global experts, researchers, and academic communities.
• Supportive environment that encourages new ideas, ownership, and career development.
• Employee programs designed to promote well-being, community, and collaboration.
• Flexible work practices supporting productivity and work-life balance.