Assistant Review Manager

JoVE

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Remote

Sector

Education & Training

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

Application Deadline

July 31, 2026

About the Company

JoVE (Journal of Visualized Experiments) is a leading peer-reviewed scientific journal dedicated to accelerating scientific discovery and education through high-quality video-based research methods. By providing clear, visual demonstrations of experimental procedures, JoVE makes complex scientific techniques accessible to researchers worldwide. The company fosters an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration, with a strong culture of internal promotion that offers a clear path for career advancement. JoVE is committed to accelerating science research and education, allowing employees to make a direct impact in a dynamic and growing field.

Job Description

JoVE is seeking a dedicated and results-driven individual to join our esteemed Journal team as an Assistant Review Manager. This pivotal role involves leading a team of Review Editors and meticulously overseeing the daily manuscript review process. Your primary objective will be to ensure that manuscripts progress efficiently and seamlessly from initial submission through to final publication.

A core focus of this position will be the proactive identification and elimination of workflow bottlenecks. You will be instrumental in implementing scalable process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and significantly reduce publication timelines, all while upholding the highest editorial standards.

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Required Skills

Manuscript ManagementPeer ReviewEditorial OperationsTeam ManagementProcess ImprovementStakeholder ManagementScholarly PublishingPublishing EthicsWorkflow AutomationAI Solutions

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Review Editors, overseeing the end-to-end manuscript review workflow from submission through publication.
Ensure timely manuscript progression through editorial and peer review stages to support publication goals and turnaround times.
Identify workflow operational bottlenecks; implement scalable process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce publication timelines.
Support authors, reviewers, and editors to ensure a seamless, efficient, and positive review experience.
Assist with training, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management of Review Editors and team members.
Leverage workflow automation tools, AI solutions, and publishing technologies to improve operational efficiency and scalability.
Monitor team performance and key metrics regularly, proactively addressing gaps and driving strong results.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Life Sciences.
Minimum 5 years of experience in academic or scientific publishing.
Strong expertise in peer review workflows, editorial operations, and manuscript management.
Prior experience managing or mentoring editorial/review teams is preferred.
Strong understanding of scholarly publishing, peer review models, open access publishing, and publishing ethics.
Demonstrated ability to identify operational challenges and implement effective process improvements.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
Results-driven mindset with a strong focus on efficiency, accountability, and execution.

Benefits & Perks

A competitive compensation package.
The opportunity to make a direct impact in accelerating science research and education.
The chance to work with global teams in an environment that promotes innovation and collaboration.
Our strong promotion from within culture draws a clear path to advance your career with us.

How to Apply

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The scientific publishing landscape is rapidly evolving, with a growing emphasis on efficient and transparent peer review processes. This role is central to that evolution, requiring a strategic leader to optimize manuscript workflows. Key technical skills include leveraging workflow automation tools, AI solutions for publishing, and understanding data-driven operational metrics. The impact of this position is significant, directly contributing to accelerated scientific discovery and the overall growth of JoVE's publication output. Success here means enhancing the speed and quality of research dissemination, a critical factor in academic and industry ROI.