Deputy Editor

Wiley

Deputy Editor for Polymer and Organic Chemistry at Wiley. Leading journal development and fostering scientific collaboration in publishing with editorial responsibilities.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeBeijing • 🇨🇳 ChinaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in polymer chemistry and organic chemistry, with a strong understanding of scientific publishing and the peer-review process. Proven ability to develop journal portfolios, drive content acquisition, and effectively communicate within collaborative environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD In Polymer ChemistrySubject Matter Expertise In PolymersScientific Publishing KnowledgeEditorial ExperienceStrong Teamwork And Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Research BackgroundContent AcquisitionPeer Review ProcessCommissioningOpen Access WorkflowsOpen Research Understanding

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedDiplomaticFlexibleOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Industry Keywords

Scientific JournalsNetworkingCollaborationConferencesScience Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strategically develop one or more journals, together with the Editor-in-Chief, from scientific and publishing perspectives
Establish and maintain a strong network of scientists who are the journals' authors, peer reviewers, and board members
Leverage your network, knowledge of the subject area and its development, and desk research skills to drive content acquisition and submissions growth
Represent Wiley and the physical sciences portfolio at conferences and through in-person and virtual outreach activities at universities and research institutes
Collaborate with colleagues across departments to develop the journal portfolio
Contribute to the editorial evaluation, peer review, and decision-making for manuscripts submitted to one or more journals

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD in polymer chemistry, organic chemistry or a related field with an excellent research background and a strong understanding of recent trends and developments
Ideally, 2+ years of post-PhD work experience (Post-doctoral, Industrial, Academic, Publishing, and/or international experience) is required
Subject matter expertise in all fields of polymers, organic chemistry and/or related fields
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative setting and achieve results through personal influence and engagement
A self-motivated, diplomatic, and flexible approach with outstanding organizational, efficiency, and time management skills
A strong understanding of scientific publishing, including commissioning and the peer-review process
Prior experience in publishing, editorial, or science communication and understanding of Open Access workflows and Open Research is highly desirable
Confidence to present and represent the journal portfolio at conferences

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow
Commitment to fair, transparent pay
Support for health and well-being of all employees