Deputy Editor - Advanced Computing (AI)

TL;DR

Deputy Editor (Advanced Computing): Managing the editorial strategy and peer-review process for the open-access journal Advanced Computing with an accent on scientific networking, content acquisition, and community outreach. Focus on driving journal visibility, maintaining high ethical standards in publishing, and collaborating with the Editor-in-Chief to shape the physical sciences portfolio.

Location: Must be based in the United Kingdom

Salary: £36,100–£51,833

Company

A global leader in research and education, transforming knowledge into discoveries that shape the world for over 200 years.

What you will do

• Strategically develop the journal portfolio in collaboration with the Editor-in-Chief.
• Manage the end-to-end peer review process and make editorial decisions on manuscripts.
• Build and maintain a strong network of authors, reviewers, and board members.
• Represent the journal at conferences and through outreach at research institutes.
• Drive content acquisition and submissions growth through desk research and networking.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure the adoption of best practices in open research.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related field.
• Excellent command of the English language (written and verbal).
• Strong understanding of scientific publishing and the peer-review process.
• Subject matter expertise in algorithms, software engineering, systems, networks, or AI.
• Ability to work collaboratively and achieve results through personal influence.
• Must be based in the United Kingdom.

Nice to have

• 2+ years of post-PhD work experience in academia, industry, or publishing.
• Prior experience in science communication or editorial roles.
• Understanding of Open Access workflows and Open Research.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to fair and transparent compensation.
• Meeting-free Friday afternoons to support deep work and professional development.
• Robust employee programming to foster community and learning.
• Focus on internal mobility and continual professional growth.
• Support for health and well-being.