Research Integrity Associate Editor (12 months FTC)

at  Sage

Research Integrity Associate Editor FTC £39,100 - £48,880 Hybrid
Join us and be part of a mission-driven, independent publisher. You’ll work with a diverse group of people who share a passion for empowering researchers, educators, and institutions to shape the future.
About Sage:
Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely.

Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:

• Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact.
• Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning.
• Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas.

About our Team:
The Journals Editorial department is a vibrant and dynamic team of highly motivated individuals who are passionate about research and publishing. We are responsible for developing and growing a diverse portfolio of high-quality, valuable journals across the social sciences, STEM fields, and various business models, whilst adapting to a changing market. Our collaborative efforts with external editors, society partners, and internal colleagues in editorial, marketing, and production roles ensure the growth, success, and long-term sustainability of our program. Our friendly and welcoming team is dedicated to driving excellence and fostering a supportive environment.

Could you be our new Research Integrity Associate Editor? Are you?

• Are you interested in research integrity and publishing ethics?
• Do you have journals publishing experience and understand peer review processes and workflows? Or do you have a strong research background?
• Are you familiar with online manuscript submission systems (preferably ScholarOne)?
• Do you have excellent prioritisation skills and a high level of adaptability?
• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail?
• A strong and collaborative communicator, with strong problem solving skills?

In this role, you will:

• Supports the Research Integrity Manager in resolving publication ethics cases in line with COPE guidelines and Sage policies.
• Communicates with journal authors, editors, reviewers and institutions on behalf of SAGE in investigating publication ethics cases.
• Communicates with Editorial and Peer Review teams to bring publication ethics cases to resolution.
• Uses appropriate judgement in escalating cases where necessary, ensuring that key internal stakeholders are apprised of situations that may pose a risk to Sage.
• Works with the Research Integrity Manager to identify potential improvements in workflows for publication ethics investigations.
• Organises large volumes of sensitive and confidential information for working on publication ethics cases in line with GDPR regulations.
• Maintains successful relationships with global Editorial, Peer Review and Legal teams.

Contributes to internal discussions on publication ethics, development of internal and external resources around research integrity and peer review.

Overview of benefits:

• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays full-time/pro-rated for part-time roles
• 2 additional ’floating days’ of personal leave, in recognition that each of us has cultural, religious, or family commitments that fall at times when the company is not closed.
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Access to Sage books and journals
• Tuition scheme and support for pursuing professional qualifications
• Hybrid working arrangements - In office 20% of contracted hours. We work flexibly and most staff can choose to work from home for up to 80% of their contracted hours.

• Supports the Research Integrity Manager in resolving publication ethics cases in line with COPE guidelines and Sage policies.
• Communicates with journal authors, editors, reviewers and institutions on behalf of SAGE in investigating publication ethics cases.
• Communicates with Editorial and Peer Review teams to bring publication ethics cases to resolution.
• Uses appropriate judgement in escalating cases where necessary, ensuring that key internal stakeholders are apprised of situations that may pose a risk to Sage.
• Works with the Research Integrity Manager to identify potential improvements in workflows for publication ethics investigations.
• Organises large volumes of sensitive and confidential information for working on publication ethics cases in line with GDPR regulations.
• Maintains successful relationships with global Editorial, Peer Review and Legal teams