Senior editor (part time, fixed term)
Elsevier
- Posted
- July 2, 2026
Job Description
Role overview
The Lancet Global Health is seeking a Senior Editor to contribute to the leading global health journal worldwide. This is a part-time, fixed-term role based in London, UK. The journal is part of a family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing the best science for better lives. The team is small and friendly, handling a high volume of submissions while offering a personalized service to researchers.
The Senior Editor will work with fellow Senior Editors, a Deputy Editor, and the Editor-in-Chief on all aspects of the journal's organization and preparation. This role offers the opportunity to encounter leading global research, collaborate with a diverse authorship, and work closely with internal specialists in technical editing, production, marketing, communications, and administration.
About
the Role
The Senior Editor will lead the acquisition, peer review, and publication of high-quality research within their subject area. This involves working closely with authors, reviewers, and Editorial Board members to maintain the journal's scientific excellence. The role requires strong scientific expertise, editorial judgment, the ability to assess manuscripts, make independent publication decisions, commission impactful content, and contribute to the journal's strategic development while fostering relationships with the research community.
Responsibilities
- Identify experts to act as peer reviewers on selected submissions
- Commission and handle special project content as necessary
- Develop and maintain links with the global health community to solicit high-quality research and thought leadership for the journal
- Attend conferences and other events to represent the journal, identify suitable topics and authors, and stay updated on current developments in global health
Requirements
- Higher degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., public health, biomedical science)
- Research experience in a relevant field or experience in the wider development community
- Some editorial experience, with a good understanding of all aspects of the journal publishing process
- First-class critical analysis skills
- A genuine commitment to equity in health and health-care
- An unfailingly can-do attitude
At The Lancet journals, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment. In our pursuit of excellence, we recognize the strength in varied perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the diversity of our editorial team, we encourage applications from individuals who bring unique skills and perspectives to the role.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that we offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
- Working in a hybrid way from both the office and at home
- Working flexible hours – flexing the times you work in the day
Working with us
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative, and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.
Working for you
At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
- Health screening, eye care vouchers, and private medical benefits
- Wellbeing programs
- Life assurance
- Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
- Long service awards
- Save As You Earn share option scheme
- Travel Season ticket loan
- Maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
- Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
- RE CARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
- Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
- Access to extensive learning and development resources
- Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work
Application Information
- Please submit your CV (resumé) and a covering letter indicating why you are interested in the role and what makes you a good fit.
- Selected candidates will be required to complete a series of offline editorial tests.
- Those who perform well on the tests will be invited to an online interview with two representatives of the journals.
- Adjustments for accessibility are available on request.