Editor-in-Chief Kew Bulletin

Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

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Reference number

351330

Salary

£43,123 - £46,591
Salary per annum pro-rata, depending on skills and experience

Job grade

Senior Executive Officer

Contract type

Fixed term

Length of employment

Until March 2026

Business area

RBGK - Science

Type of role

Science

Working pattern

Part-time

Number of jobs available

1

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Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated plant taxonomist with a proven publication record and an extensive network of international contacts, who has the vision and dedication to develop and deliver an imaginative strategic journal development plan for Kew Bulletin, and to maintain the high standards of quality of the journal.

Job description

The postholder should possess a strong sense of integrity and adhere to professional and scientific ethical standards, and be committed to supporting open science, widening access to research and EDI principles. In addition, the postholder has the communication skills and diplomacy to lead and develop the editorial board and liaise with authors, reviewers, the broader research community, the Editorial Advisory Committee, other staff in Kew Science, Kew Publishing, the publisher (Springer) and the Kew Bulletin Editorial Board.

We are looking for someone with previous editorial experience as an editorial board member, guest editor, associate editor or Editor-in-Chief, and is willing to serve as an ambassador for the journal.

The postholder will report to the Priority Leader for Accelerated Taxonomy. They will be accountable for the taxonomic outputs and excellence in leadership and management of people and budget. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the science community at Kew and will fully participate in the broader operations of the Science Directorate, Priority, and Team.

Person specification

The ideal candidate for this position should have a PhD degree in botany and previous editorial experience. They should possess a strong knowledge of plant (and fungal) taxonomy. Excellent management and communication skills are paramount, including the ability to write and present scientific outputs, as well as engage with the public and potential funders. Moreover, the candidate should demonstrate proficiency in raising research funds through successful grant applications, highlighting their ability to secure resources to support their scientific endeavours.

The post holder will develop and deliver of an ambitious vision and strategic direction for Kew Bulletin. They will lead editorial board meetings and other journal-related meetings, and report on the performance of the journal. They will be responsible for defining and maintaining high quality editorial standards and policies. This will involve among others reviewing the scope of the journal in consultation with the stakeholders; maintaining and developing a talented, diverse and international editorial board, including providing guidance to associate editors and advising on new associate editors as needed; continuing to expand the author and reviewer pools to include a diversity of perspectives, both in terms of international scope and in the inclusion of underrepresented groups; overseeing the peer review process and delivering decisions to authors in a timely manner; and ensuring the production / proofing process is executed in a timely manner.

In addition, the Editor-in-Chief will be expected to write editorials, feature articles and other material to address topics of importance to readers, and to promote the journal at conferences, through professional networks and on social media to increase its visibility and encourage submissions.

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

Selection process details

To apply for this role, please submit your application through the Kew Gardens website

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
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Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

  • UK nationals
  • nationals of the Republic of Ireland
  • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
  • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
  • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
  • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
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Job contact :

  • Name : jobs@kew.org
  • Email : jobs@kew.org

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