Desk editor scientific journals (Amsterdam)

Crius Group Netherlands provides editorial support to the publishing industry. Currently, this Amsterdam-based team consists of three desk editors who collectively provide several hundred publications a year for clients such as Amsterdam University Press, Walburg Pers, Veen Bosch & Keuning and Overamstel Uitgevers. Crius Group Netherlands is part of Crius Group Belgium.

Job description

As Desk editor scientific journals, you are responsible for coordinating the editorial and technical process of various Dutch- and English-language scientific journals. You act as the liaison between the editors, typesetters and printers to ensure that each issue is published on time and in perfect condition, both on paper and online. Your duties include:

• Coordinating the production process: you monitor deadlines and ensure smooth communication between magazine editors, typesetters and the publisher.
  
• Monitoring quality and consistency: you monitor the typesetting and layout of publications according to the journal's standards.
  
• Communication: you are the point of contact for magazine editors and the publisher regarding production progress.
  
• Process optimisation: you actively contribute to improving workflow processes and ensure efficient cooperation between all parties involved.

Who are you?

We are looking for a desk editor with excellent organisational skills and a passion for detailed work. In addition, you recognise yourself in the following profile:

• Completed education at college or university level, preferably in the direction of language, communication or another relevant study.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar (coordinating) position, preferably within the publishing world or scientific environment.
• Excellent master of the Dutch and English languages, both spoken and written.
• Experience with various relevant Microsoft apps and Adobe apps is a plus.
• Accurate, stress-resistant, flexible and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communicatively strong.
• Affinity with new technologies.

What do we offer?

• A dynamic and stimulating working environment with enthusiastic colleagues.
  
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work partly from home.
  
• A competitive salary and good fringe benefits.