Royal Society of Chemistry este o organizație caritabilă și societate științifică din Regatul Unit, care sprijină dezvoltarea științelor chimice. Activitatea sa cuprinde publicarea de lucrări științifice, statutul de membru și înregistrarea profesională, acreditarea, educația și informarea publicului, granturi, evenimente, precum și inițiative în domeniul politicilor și sustenabilității. Organizația se adresează cercetătorilor, cadrelor didactice, profesioniștilor din industrie și publicului larg, reunind echipe axate pe consolidarea științelor chimice și a contribuției acestora la societate.
Production Controller, Books - Royal Society of Chemistry (Cambridge Hybrid)
Oversee scholarly book production for the Royal Society of Chemistry, from editorial preparation through print and digital publication. Coordinate suppliers, freelancers, authors, editors, quality standards, process improvements, and delivery targets.
Descriere
- Oversee the complete book production lifecycle, including copyediting, proofreading, indexing, and print and digital publication.
- Hold external suppliers accountable for RSC quality and schedule requirements while promoting efficient, best-practice workflows.
- Coordinate with freelance copyeditors, indexers, and other third-party providers.
- Review, investigate, and implement improvements to production processes and policies.
- Build and sustain effective working relationships with editors and authors throughout production.
- Protect quality standards and deliver annual publication targets that support revenue generation and the books strategy.
- Prepare and keep current documentation outlining policies, procedures, and expectations.
- Maintain productive relationships with internal colleagues and external partners.
- Lead projects related to revenue diversification and legislative compliance.
- Provide cover for the Senior Production Controller when required.
- Collaborate with Books Editorial, Creative, Production Services, and Sales, alongside suppliers, freelancers, editors, and authors.
- Drive additional initiatives involving books XML, accessibility, customer service, and related priorities.
Cerințe
- A good honours degree in science, or relevant experience in publishing production or editorial work, with either or both backgrounds welcomed.
- Professional experience in publishing production or editorial operations.
- Strong organisation and time management, including the ability to perform under pressure and meet firm deadlines.
- Capacity to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with internal and external contacts, using tact and diplomacy as needed.
- Exceptional attention to detail, with sound problem-solving skills and the ability to reprioritise work around business and customer needs.
Beneficii
- Hybrid working with the option to work from home within the UK.
- Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
- Opportunities to build skills in scholarly publishing activities.
- Support for expanding professional relationships and networks.
- Opportunities to manage projects and suppliers.
- The opportunity to deputise for the Senior Production Controller.
- A diverse workforce and inclusive culture.
- Reasonable adjustments and accessible recruitment processes.