Manuscript Assistant
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2 Waltham, MA Waltham, MA Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$43.
6K - $55.
2K a year Estimated:
$43.
6K - $55.
2K a year The Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS) is the statewide professional association for physicians and medical students, supporting 25,000 members.
We are dedicated to educating and advocating for the physicians of Massachusetts and patients locally and nationally.
A leadership voice in health care, the MMS contributes physician and patient perspectives to influence health-related legislation at the state and federal levels, works in support of public health, provides expert advice on physician practice management, and addresses issues of physician well-being.
Under the auspices of the NEJM Group, the MMS extends our mission globally by advancing medical knowledge from research to patient care through the New England Journal of Medicine, NEJM Catalyst, and the NEJM Journal Watch family of specialty publications, and through our education products for health care professionals:
NEJM Knowledge+, NEJM Resident 360, and our accredited and comprehensive continuing medical education programs.
We are currently seeking a Manuscript Assistant for a hybrid position, working remotely and occasionally in our Boston, MA office.
The Manuscript Assistant is responsible for processing all manuscripts received for consideration for publication.
She or he communicates as needed with the academic medical community, including authors, reviewers, researchers, and NEJM readers.
The Manuscript Assistant performs administrative duties for the New England Journal Editorial Operations team, including assisting with general administrative tasks and projects.
Responsibilities:
1.
Verifies completeness of new, revised, and resubmitted manuscripts and videos; makes minor edits to manuscript text and/or author contact information as necessary to prepare manuscripts for assessment by editors.
2.
Contacts authors to address issues with submission formatting 3.
Serves as primary contact for authors regarding submission requirements, manuscript status, and other issues 4.
Provides basic technical support to authors and reviewers experiencing difficulty with the online submission websites 5.
As necessary, enters manuscript submissions on behalf of authors 6.
Works closely with the Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editors toanswer all queries related to potential manuscript submissions and requests for expedited review.
7.
Monitors the telephone, directing all calls as appropriate and attending to queries from authors or the lay public 8.
Triages the incoming flow of submitted or potential manuscripts, via our submission portal or editorial inboxes 9.
Attend to moderate daily data-entry regarding potential manuscripts 10.
Provides other editorial and administrative support as requested.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a medical or academic environment is required.
Strong computer user skills required.
Good organizational skills, particularly with email, are required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Strict attention to detail is necessary.
Benefits:
Our generous benefits offerings include:
2 weeks of paid vacation, 6 personal days, 12 sick days, 13 paid holidays, medical and dental plans, 401(k) plans with company match, backup childcare assistance, tuition assistance and more! The MMS has earned praise as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe for the past 11 years in a row! The Globe surveys employees regarding their opinions about company leadership, benefits, ethics, values and culture, and recognizes those companies who receive high marks from their employees.
Massachusetts Medical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Min/Fem/Vet/Disabled.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
2 Waltham, MA Waltham, MA Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$43.
6K - $55.
2K a year Estimated:
$43.
6K - $55.
2K a year The Massachusetts Medical Society (MMS) is the statewide professional association for physicians and medical students, supporting 25,000 members.
We are dedicated to educating and advocating for the physicians of Massachusetts and patients locally and nationally.
A leadership voice in health care, the MMS contributes physician and patient perspectives to influence health-related legislation at the state and federal levels, works in support of public health, provides expert advice on physician practice management, and addresses issues of physician well-being.
Under the auspices of the NEJM Group, the MMS extends our mission globally by advancing medical knowledge from research to patient care through the New England Journal of Medicine, NEJM Catalyst, and the NEJM Journal Watch family of specialty publications, and through our education products for health care professionals:
NEJM Knowledge+, NEJM Resident 360, and our accredited and comprehensive continuing medical education programs.
We are currently seeking a Manuscript Assistant for a hybrid position, working remotely and occasionally in our Boston, MA office.
The Manuscript Assistant is responsible for processing all manuscripts received for consideration for publication.
She or he communicates as needed with the academic medical community, including authors, reviewers, researchers, and NEJM readers.
The Manuscript Assistant performs administrative duties for the New England Journal Editorial Operations team, including assisting with general administrative tasks and projects.
Responsibilities:
1.
Verifies completeness of new, revised, and resubmitted manuscripts and videos; makes minor edits to manuscript text and/or author contact information as necessary to prepare manuscripts for assessment by editors.
2.
Contacts authors to address issues with submission formatting 3.
Serves as primary contact for authors regarding submission requirements, manuscript status, and other issues 4.
Provides basic technical support to authors and reviewers experiencing difficulty with the online submission websites 5.
As necessary, enters manuscript submissions on behalf of authors 6.
Works closely with the Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editors toanswer all queries related to potential manuscript submissions and requests for expedited review.
7.
Monitors the telephone, directing all calls as appropriate and attending to queries from authors or the lay public 8.
Triages the incoming flow of submitted or potential manuscripts, via our submission portal or editorial inboxes 9.
Attend to moderate daily data-entry regarding potential manuscripts 10.
Provides other editorial and administrative support as requested.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a medical or academic environment is required.
Strong computer user skills required.
Good organizational skills, particularly with email, are required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Strict attention to detail is necessary.
Benefits:
Our generous benefits offerings include:
2 weeks of paid vacation, 6 personal days, 12 sick days, 13 paid holidays, medical and dental plans, 401(k) plans with company match, backup childcare assistance, tuition assistance and more! The MMS has earned praise as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe for the past 11 years in a row! The Globe surveys employees regarding their opinions about company leadership, benefits, ethics, values and culture, and recognizes those companies who receive high marks from their employees.
Massachusetts Medical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Min/Fem/Vet/Disabled.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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