Editorial Assistant - Science

Company
Office Angels
Location
Manchester
Salary
£25,350 - £29,250 per annum

Full Job Description

Editorial Assistant - Science

Manchester City Centre (Close to all public transport routes and local amenities all within a short walking distance!)

3 days per week (Monday and Thursday office-based days, 1 day work from home)

Salary starting from £13.00 - £15.00 per hour (we aim to be negotiable dependant on your experience)

Join a leading publishing house that is passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and innovation. Our client is dedicated to producing high-quality publications that inspire and inform the scientific community. With a vibrant team of professionals, they're looking for an enthusiastic Editorial Assistant to help drive their editorial processes and contribute to exciting projects. Initially this is a 1 month contract and will be reviewed on a monthly basis.

Responsibilities:
As an Editorial Assistant you will:

  • Assist in the editorial process by coordinating submissions and managing communications with a team freelancers
  • Help maintain high editorial standards by proofreading and editing documents ensuring business tone is aligned with the piece
  • Organise and track your own workload to ensure it aligns with publication deadlines for release
  • Collaborate with the editorial team to develop content for various scientific publications
  • Review and edit a variety of documents, including but not limited to scientific publications, marketing materials and website content
  • Have your own allocated documents to proof read, amend daily
  • Provide suggestions for improving overall written content

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

  • A degree in a relevant scientific discipline would be beneficial although not essential, an English degree would also be advantageous for this role!
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills proven in a workplace
  • Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities - excellent command of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to spot errors
  • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with editorial software
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Previous experience in editorial or publishing roles is essential
  • Understanding of the publishing process, especially in scientific contexts

Technologies:

  • MS Office Suite
  • Editorial management systems (familiarity preferred)
  • Basic knowledge of content management systems

Benefits & Perks:

  • Weekly pay
  • Accrued annual leave
  • Access to the Boost platform for personal and professional development
  • A dedicated consultant to support your journey
  • Hybrid working options for better work-life balance

Editorial Assistant - Science

Manchester City Centre

3 days per week (Monday and Thursday office-based days, 1 day work from home)

Salary starting from £13.00 - £15.00 per hour

How to apply:
If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of scientific publishing, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV to

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Location
Manchester
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£25,350 - £29,250 per annum
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
17th October 2025
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