Company Description

Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge, and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.  

Taylor & Francis is one of the world’s largest publishers of high-quality, peer reviewed scholarly journals, books, e-books and reference works. We empower learners, thinkers and doers with trusted knowledge that advances research and enriches lives. We bring together diverse people, ideas and opinions to validate and publish the experts, theories and truths that matter. And we’ve been doing this in an unbroken arc since 1798.  

Our purpose is to foster human progress through knowledge.  We strongly believe that this requires us to encourage and examine different ideas and voices, so that any work that meets our exacting levels of quality deserves to be included in our publications. This requires open minds, the opportunity for robust debate, and the courage to defend perspectives that stand up to scrutiny, even if they conflict with our personal beliefs or values. Because that’s the only way to find the best obtainable version of the truth and, ultimately, foster human progress. If you agree, then we’d love to hear from you

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commissioning Editor (Journals) to join the Medicine and Healthcare team. Reporting to the Commissioning Team Manager, this role is responsible for the commissioning of content, management and development of journals within the Medicine & Healthcare, Expert Series Expert series - Taylor & Francis

This is an ideal role for someone who has a genuine interest/background in biomedical or biological science, and who enjoys the process of researching relevant scientific literature and commissioning ideas for new articles.

This unique role allows you work closely with some of the world’s foremost experts in clinical research and drug development, all while gaining a working knowledge of journal operations from one of the world’s biggest STM publishers.

Closing Date: Applications will close on 22 May 2025

Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we will be interviewing alongside advertising. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity.

What you'll be doing:

Building a detailed knowledge of relevant therapy areas, including key topics of interest and developments in the field and building your own profile in those areas, through networking, social media and virtual/in person conference attendanceCommissioning high quality and relevant content for journals in the Expert SeriesEnsuring delivery of that content to specified timelines and quality standards, according to the strategies and timetables set out by the Commissioning Team ManagerBuilding and maintaining close relationships with authors, editorial boards and key opinion leadersMaintaining oversight of peer review and editorial decision making and ensuring that both are carried out to specific quality standards according to editorial policies and is responsible for decision making on manuscripts using peer review comments and Editorial Board input where necessaryEnsuring all relevant guidelines and policies are followed, including editorial policies, and best in industry level ethical practiceConducting periodic process reviews, to maintain best in industry levels of customer service

Team & Culture:

The Medicine and Health Commissioning team is a large and friendly team with Commissioning Team Managers who each oversee 4-6 Commissioning Editors. There is lots of space for personal growth and development within the Commissioning Editor Role, but also within the wider company of Taylor & Francis.  

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

Due to the nature of the role and requirements, candidates are expected to be educated to degree level in medical/biomedical sciencesAn active personal interest in medical/biomedical sciences is highly beneficialRelevant experience in publishing or medical communications is highly beneficialExcellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholdersCreativity and a genuine curiosity for the Medicine and Healthcare industryExperience with problem solving, initiating debate, ensuring ideas are explored and implemented if appropriateExcellent team-working skillsDrive for results and a self-starterStrong independent time management and ability to prioritise own workload to meet deadlinesExcellent organisational skill

Additional Information

What we offer in return:

​​​A competitive salary An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic, flexible working culture25 days annual leave per year plus a day off for your birthday 3 additional discretionary days off during the holiday season at the end of the year 4 paid volunteering days each year Company funded single cover private medical insurance  Employee assistance programme – offering 24/7 well-being support Share Match – Plan that matches every share purchased with two free shares. Pension scheme Life assurance, plus optical and medical care

What you should know: 

This role will be based in the UK, and you must have the right to work and live in the United Kingdom.Location: The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a commutable distance of our London office (240 Blakfriars Rd) to ensure that as a balanced worker they can make it to our office locations to collaborate as required. There is an expectation for a minimum of 3 days per week in-person time.The commissioning team is based at our London office (240 Blackfriars Road)

Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis 

If you’re excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge, we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience don’t fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis, we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and make a contribution regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague, you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources, incentives, and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and to live a healthy, balanced life. 

Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits, develops, and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non-merit based factor. 

We genuinely care about our colleagues, promoting work-life balance, wellbeing, and flexible working. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities, and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: http://www.taylorandfrancisgroup.com/careers 

Or better yet check out our LinkedIn ‘Life’ Page, highlighting our accomplishments, employees, and company culture. It’s also a good way of meeting our recruitment team, who will be happy to advise you on your journey here at T&F. 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-&-francis-group/life/79e0c27c-afdf-4bbb-84e6-5f8ed5e10bb8/ 

We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.  As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under local law.    This role may also be available on a flexible working or part time basis – please ask the Talent Acquisition team for more information. 

To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: https://taylorandfrancis.com/careers/