Assistant Editor, Viruses

About the Role

To strengthen our Editorial team, we are looking for recent graduates who are eager to stay connected to scientific research by supporting researchers worldwide in publishing their latest results. This is a full-time, in-office, entry-level, and permanent position based in our Philadelphia office.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the editorial process for MDPI journal, Viruses.
• Organize the peer review process for submitted manuscripts and coordinate editorial decisions.
• Handle email communication between authors, reviewers, editors, and internal teams.
• Collaborate closely with other members of the editorial and production teams.
• Ensure that scholarly articles are accurately edited and published according to tight deadlines with a high degree of consistency.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• PhD in Virology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals is required.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to balance precision and broader priorities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a dynamic, international environment.

Previous experience in scholarly publishing is an asset but not required.

Experience in writing and creating presentations is an asset.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $54,000–$60,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package in accordance with company policies.

Training & Development

• Successful candidates will receive full training in editorial work, working closely with Managing Editors and learning how to process research articles from submission to publication.
• Training will be supervised by an assigned tutor and will take place on the job during the first six months.
• Depending on your academic background, you will be assigned to journals related to your field of study or research.
• No prior editorial experience is required; however, familiarity with the academic editorial process is an asset.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to begin your career in a dynamic multinational organization that values talent, enthusiasm, and professional growth.