Job Description

Job Title: Managing Editor (Part-Time)

Industry: Non-Profit / Scientific Publications / Medical Research

Location: Washington, DC (Remote)

Assignment Type: Long-term contract (open-ended, potential for permanent hire)

Pay: $23–$26/hour (commensurate with experience)

Work Schedule: Approximately 25–30 hours per week | Flexible hours within standard business hours (7:00 AM–6:00 PM EST). Weekly call required on Tuesdays at 7:00 AM.

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Additional Details: This is a remote opportunity; occasional optional onsite meetings may be available. Overtime is not anticipated.

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a leading non-profit membership organization dedicated to advancing cardiovascular health through education, research, and professional development. The organization publishes multiple peer-reviewed medical journals and serves as a central hub for clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals committed to improving patient outcomes.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Part-Time Managing Editor to support the operations of one of our client’s scientific journals. This role is ideal for a publishing professional experienced in managing the peer review and production process for scientific or medical content. The Managing Editor will oversee manuscript workflows, ensure deadlines are met, and maintain smooth coordination among authors, reviewers, and editorial staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of manuscript submission, peer review, revision, and publication through online editorial platforms.
• Collaborate with editors, reviewers, and contributors to ensure efficient processing and adherence to publication timelines.
• Generate and interpret submission and publication reports (e.g., acceptance rates, review turnaround times).
• Maintain regular communication with the editorial board and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee production schedules to ensure quality standards and deadlines are consistently met.
• Prepare meeting materials, maintain correspondence, and document editorial board decisions.
• Coordinate with communications and digital publishing teams on online content release and scheduling.
• Support special projects and assist in implementing workflow improvements as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience in scientific, academic, or medical publishing (peer-reviewed journal experience required).
• Familiarity with online peer review systems such as ScholarOne, Editorial Manager, BenchPress, or eJournalPress .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working with data reports.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate professionally with editors and contributors.

Perks:

• 100% remote role with flexible scheduling.
• Opportunity to support a nationally recognized medical organization.
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment.
• Possibility for long-term or permanent employment.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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