Assistant Editor

Job Description:

We believe in bold ideas, diverse perspectives, and the drive to transform knowledge into impact. Here, your curiosity fuels progress, your voice shapes innovation, and your ambition helps redefine what’s possible within science and learning. We are a culture that obsesses over impact, challenges, and drives what’s next to power infinite possibilities for our customers, colleagues and society at large.

About the Role:

As an Assistant Editor, you will be part of a global editorial ecosystem, working as a subject matter expert to manage manuscripts through the peer review and post-acceptance process. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and efficiency of editorial decisions while supporting the publication of high-quality research.

This role is ideal for researchers looking to transition into scientific publishing and apply their subject expertise in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

How you will make an impact

• Manage manuscript screening and peer review activities within your subject area
• Evaluate submissions for journal scope, quality, and suitability, and take editorial decisions with clear rationale
• Identify, select, and invite appropriate reviewers
• Assess reviewer reports and make decisions (accept, reject, revise, or transfer)
• Evaluate revised manuscripts and determine next steps or final decisions
• Identify suitable journals for manuscript transfer within the portfolio when required
• Raise integrity concerns identified during manuscript screening through appropriate channels
• Participate in pilot projects and contribute to process improvements
• Collaborate with editorial teams and stakeholders across the organization

What we are looking for

• PhD or equivalent advanced degree in Education or related field (strong research experience required if no PhD) 
• 3–5 years of research experience in relevant fields of Education such as educational technology, AI, digital learning, STEM education, curriculum design, teaching & learning, higher education, educational policy, or inclusive education 
• 1–2 years of experience in scholarly publishing, preferably in an editorial or peer review role
• Strong understanding of the peer review and publishing process
• Proven interest in scholarly publishing
• Experience as a reviewer, editor, or editorial board member
• Familiarity with editorial systems such as Editorial Manager, ScholarOne, or similar
• Understanding of editorial policies and scholarly publishing practices
• Exposure to Open Access publishing models
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage workload effectively
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across global teams

We power infinite possibilities.

For more than 200 years, we've transformed knowledge into discoveries that shape the world. Today, our global team of innovators, creators, and experts is driving what's next in science, education, and publishing—creating impact that reaches everywhere. 

We're not just observers of progress. We're the ones accelerating scientific breakthroughs, advancing learning, and sparking innovation that redefines entire fields and improves lives. 

Here, your talent matters. Your ideas have room to grow. And your work creates breakthroughs that can change everything. 
Wiley is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants and treat all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Wiley is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.
We are proud that our workplace promotes continual learning and internal mobility. Our values support courageous teammates, needle movers, and learning champions all while striving to support the health and well-being of all employees. We offer meeting-free Friday afternoons allowing more time for heads down work and professional development, and through a robust body of employee programing we facilitate a wide range of opportunities to foster community, learn, and grow.
We are committed to fair, transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive compensation in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. It is anticipated that most qualified candidates will fall within the range, however the ultimate salary offered for this role may be higher or lower and will be set based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, skills, and competencies. Wiley proactively displays target base pay range for United Kingdom, Canada and USA based roles.
When applying, please attach your resume/CV to be considered.