Editorial Coordinator - Chicago, IL - Hybrid

Job Summary

Support a broad range of production/editorial duties for STS Journals (collectively, The Annals of Thoracic Surgery and Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports). Handle various functions, including manuscript intake, preparing accepted articles for transmittal, managing the article Continuing Medical Education (CME) activities process, coordinating digital media efforts with various stakeholders, and fielding general inquiries about STS Journals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Screen manuscripts submitted to the online tracking systems for The Annals and Annals Short Reports (and/or ensure quality control) for adherence to "Information for Authors" guidelines; follow up with authors as needed.

• Coordinate monthly CME activities between CME editors and publisher, including final review of posted activities and generating usage reports.

• Prepare accepted articles for transmittal and catalog articles in production.

• Coordinate Digital Media efforts, including monthly illustrations, video abstracts, and Editors' Choice article features. Manage communications with relevant staff, vendors, and/or editors.

• Work directly with the STS Journals Production Manager to review PDF proofs of monthly issues and assist with journal social media efforts.

• Assist in coordinating meetings as needed.

• Assist with the peer review process, production, lineup review, and online manuscript tracking system management.

• Respond to general email and phone inquiries.

• In collaboration with Director of Clinical Publications, update as needed procedures and guidelines for routine editorial staff functions.

• Perform other tasks as assigned.
  

Experience and Skills:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in a related discipline.

• Two+ years' work experience, preferably in an association or medical publishing environment, and/or relevant training or coursework.

• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is also considered.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

• Experience with Editorial Manager manuscript submission and peer-review system, or similar (e.g., ScholarOne, eJournalPress, etc.).

• Excellent organizational, planning, and follow-through capabilities; attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously

• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, volunteer leaders, other organizations, and industry contacts; tact, diplomacy, and good judgment

• Positive attitude in the workplace

• Flexibility and adaptability to changing daily activities and schedules

• Ability to travel, as necessary

• Ability to perform work in alignment with STS core values: Leadership, Quality, Professionalism, Innovation, Collaboration, and Inclusion and Belonging.
  

The salary range for this role is $50,000 - $59,000 annually and is a non-exempt position. Actual compensation will be dependent on a candidate's relevant experience, skills, training, certifications/licenses and qualifications.

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From: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons