# Assistant Review Manager

**Company:** [JoVE](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/g48ZEXVwaRT6xyPXdsbFX3.md)
**Location:** Remote
**Workplace:** remote
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Content Production and Development

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## Description

We are seeking a results-driven individual to join the Journal team as an Associate Review Manager. In this role, you will manage a small team of Review Editors and oversee the day-to-day manuscript review workflow to ensure manuscripts move efficiently and seamlessly from submission through publication. 

A key focus of this role is identifying and removing bottlenecks, improving operational efficiency, and leading the team to meet publication timelines while maintaining high editorial standards.

### Responsibilities

-   Lead and manage a team of Review Editors while overseeing the end-to-end manuscript review workflow from submission through publication
-   Ensure timely manuscript progression through editorial and peer review stages to support publication goals and turnaround times
-   Identify workflow operational bottlenecks; implement scalable process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce publication timelines
-   Support authors, reviewers, and editors to ensure a seamless, efficient, and positive review experience
-   Assist with training, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management of Review Editors and team members
-   Leverage workflow automation tools, AI solutions, and publishing technologies to improve operational efficiency and scalability
-   Monitor team performance and key metrics regularly, proactively addressing gaps and driving strong results

## Requirements

-   A Ph.D. in Life Sciences 
-   Minimum 5 years of experience in academic or scientific publishing
-   Strong expertise in peer review workflows, editorial operations, and manuscript management
-   Prior experience managing or mentoring editorial/review teams preferred
-   Strong understanding of scholarly publishing, peer review models, open access publishing, and publishing ethics
-   Demonstrated ability to identify operational challenges and implement effective process improvements
-   Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
-   Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
-   Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment
-   Results-driven mindset with a strong focus on efficiency, accountability, and execution

## Benefits

-   A competitive compensation package.
-   You will make a direct impact in accelerating science research and education.
-   Opportunity to work with global teams and in an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration.
-   Our strong promotion from within culture draws a clear path to advance your career with us.