Job Description

We are currently looking for India-based Assistant Editor / Associate Publication Selection Specialist to join our Web of Science editorial team. Web of Science Core Collection is a trusted, high-quality, definitive database for journals, books, and conference proceedings. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to gain additional knowledge of the publishing landscape and to contribute to the growth and curation of the Web of Science.This is a 6-months contract.About You experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

• Bachelors degree or equivalent

• Proficient level of English language (B2/C1) .

• 2+ years of working experience in general

• 1+ years working with publishing

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• Customer-orientation, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Meticulous attention to detail, critical appraisal skills, and proven ability to take ownership of decisions, as well as strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills to consistently meet deadlines.

• Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).

What will you be doing in this role?

• Conduct initial reviews of scholarly journals using predefined selection criteria to ensure compliance with publishing best practice.

• Apply sound judgement, awareness of industry norms and subject matter knowledge to rigorously assess publication quality, ensuring consistency of decision-making.

• Collect and organize data for evaluations.

• Complete accurate reports on journal evaluations using established systems, highlighting key findings and conclusions.

• Communicate results of evaluation findings to publishers clearly and consistently and be responsive to questions.

• Apply judgement on when to escalate and seek guidance on evaluation findings from senior team members.

• Actively participate in team meetings.

About the TeamYou will be reporting to the Assistant Editor Team Leader in the Web of Science editorial team. We are a global team of more than 30 colleagues based in USA, UK, Spain, Serbia and India. We have a modern culture environment combined with all the advantages of working for a large business.Hours of WorkThis is a fixed term position (6-month).Work Mode- HybridLocation- Chennai, Bangalore and Noida.At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.

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