Associate Editor

PLOS is looking for an Associate Editor to oversee the editorial process for manuscripts submitted to PLOS journals. This role requires prior research experience, critical evaluation skills, and internal guidelines to make nuanced and complex editorial decisions. The Associate Editor will support other teams at PLOS, members of the editorial board, and third-party editorial teams to ensure high standards of scientific rigor and editorial integrity are upheld. They will also participate in activities to develop editorial policy and improve the visibility and reputation of journals in the PLOS portfolio. The position involves evaluating submissions, handling publication ethics queries, and building relationships with members of the academic community. The successful candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude to change and a growth mindset, with the ability to work under tight deadlines and achieve a high standard of quality and accuracy.