Assistant Editor

Job title: Assistant Editor

About the Role The Assistant Editor is responsible for managing manuscripts throughout the editorial lifecycle, from submission to final decision. This role serves as a key liaison between authors, reviewers, and internal editorial teams to ensure a fair, efficient, and high-quality peer-review process. It supports the integrity, impact, and growth of Wiley’s journal portfolio, covering titles across science, materials, chemistry, and related disciplines.

What You'll Do

• Screen new manuscript submissions for scope, scientific quality, originality, and research integrity
• Make initial editorial decisions and provide clear, constructive decision rationales in line with journal policies
• Identify and escalate potential ethical or integrity concerns using established procedures
• Select, invite, and manage peer reviewers to ensure timely and high-quality reviews
• Evaluate reviewer reports and make editorial decisions (accept, reject, revise, or refer)
• Assess revised manuscripts and author responses to determine next steps
• Recommend suitable alternative journals within the portfolio when appropriate
• Commission articles, special issues, and invited content aligned with journal strategy
• Engage subject-matter experts to contribute reviews, commentaries, and other commissioned content
• Track and manage invited content pipelines and contributor communications
• Analyze editorial performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with senior editors and editorial teams to share knowledge and best practices
• Participate in training and development to build proficiency in editorial systems and workflows

What We're Looking For

• PhD in a relevant academic discipline
• Postdoctoral research experience preferred
• Subject-matter expertise in Physical Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, or multidisciplinary areas
• Experience with scholarly publishing or peer review as an author, reviewer, or editor
• International research experience outside the candidate’s home country strongly preferred
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with global stakeholders
• Demonstrated interest in science communication and continuous learning
• Note: We are actively recruiting multiple personnel for the same role across diversified subject expertise; if you haven't heard back, it does not mean rejection.

Compensation & Benefits

• We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package.
• We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons for heads-down work and professional development, and a robust suite of employee programs to foster community, learning, and growth.