Sub Editor

Overview

In this role you ensure high-quality, accurate sub-editing for non-primary research content and proofreading for primary research and reviews, supporting authors and editors in a fast-paced, high-standards publishing environment. You will work across Nature Research Journals and Nature Reviews content, collaborating with production and editorial teams to uphold house style and scientific accuracy. This position offers exposure to publishing workflows, cross-functional collaboration, and the chance to contribute to leading science publishing. You will be a detail-focused professional who helps maintain consistency and readability across multiple journals.

Responsibilities

• Copy-edit assigned non-primary content within tight turnaround times, ensuring readability, grammar, accuracy, consistency, and house-style alignment
• Verify figures for accuracy and coherence with text, applying publishing workflows and scientific evaluation
• Coordinate with production staff to set priorities and edit figures, demonstrating collaboration and clear communication
• Incorporate authors’ proof corrections accurately, while adapting to feedback and deadlines
• Resolve copy-editing queries from authors or departments and provide support to other sub-editors as needed

Key requirements

• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent knowledge of the English language
• Computer literate
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Broad interest in production and publishing
• Flexible and adaptable
• Punctual and reliable
• Good degree in a physical sciences subject area

• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication
• Microsoft Word
• Editing/Proofreading
• Editorial skills

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