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Editorial Assistant - Science Communication

🏢 Research Publishing International · 📍 Stonehouse, Scotland · 🕒 Oct 14, 2026 · Ref: OP-VERIF-12AFCDD8
Benchmark Compensation (Annual Base)
£18,203 - £21,000
£1,517 - £1,750 / mo
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Position Overview & Specifications

We are looking for an assistant to help our busy Science Animated editorial team with the following tasks:

· Administrative tasks (this will be roughly 70% of the role)

· Checking voiceovers against scripts and for quality

· Sourcing voiceover artists

· Creating subtitle files (SRT)

· Improving scripts and visual suggestions

· Checking animations against pre-defined quality criteria

· Occasional copy writing

· Ad-hoc project tasks assigned by Project Managers

· Proofreading scripts

· Writing briefs and liaising with writers

This is an initial 6-month contract but there is a strong possibility of further work for the right candidate. For this reason, you must live within commuting distance of our offices in Westend, Stonehouse.

Essential requirements:

· Exceptional attention to detail

· Solid proofreading experience

· Excellent administrative skills

· Demonstrable ability to follow instructions

· Strong IT skills

Desirable:

· Science background

· Writing experience, preferably Science Communication

This is an entry-level role and training will be provided. However, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate the skills we need, even if in a different context. Please apply with a CV and cover letter.

At RPI, we avidly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, and encourage everyone to apply for this role.

Contract length: 6 months

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: £18,203.00-£21,000.00 per year

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: £18,203.00-£21,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Stonehouse, GL10 3FA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stonehouse, GL10 3FA

Application deadline: 02/03/2023

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