Publishing Ethics Analyst Are you meticulous in your fact-checking with a strong sense of natural justice? Do you have an interest in research integrity and publishing ethics? Location: UK About Our Team At Elsevier, we collaborate with leading academics, researchers, and practitioners to create trusted content that advances knowledge and improves outcomes. Our team focuses on identifying, commissioning, developing, and publishing high-quality content for the international Science, Technology, and Medicine (STM) market. We prioritize timely delivery, impactful content, and robust support for our authors and customers, using the latest technologies and data to innovate continuously. About the Role We are seeking a Publishing Ethics Analyst to strengthen our team, a collaborative and analytical colleague who is meticulous in their fact-checking, has a strong sense of natural justice, and has excellent communication skills. Applicants will ideally have a qualification in an STM discipline and at least two years of relevant experience, either in publishing or related organizations, or research integrity within academic institutes. You will report to the Publishing Ethics Lead and provide support and advice to Acquisitions Editors and Publishers in their handling of publishing ethical allegations, following Elsevier and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) best practices and policies. Responsibilities Take lead on, or offer advice and support to colleagues in the review and resolution of ethics and integrity issues Preliminary analysis of concerns flagged by internal colleagues, external complainants Work with E&I Lead to assess issues and evaluate which require escalation to Legal Communicating concerns, as needed, to AEs/CSs and Publishers for due consideration Assist in drafting language for AEs/CSs to communicate with Authors when concerns about research integrity and publishing ethics are raised Assist AEs/CSs in drafting language to communicate with SMEs involved in ethics cases Work with colleagues, close investigations with agreed outcomes, including take down of content, errata publication, and maintenance of records Requirements Have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field Have 1-2 years experience of scientific and medical publishing preferable Have knowledge of peer-review and the book publishing process preferable Have excellent communication skills Have great analytical, organizational and prioritization skills Have the ability to work methodically, problem-solving and fact-checking Work in a way that works for you We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive Working for you At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. 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Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here. Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy. 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By combining high-quality content with powerful analytics, we transform complexity into clarity and deliver mission-critical insights that help professionals make better decisions when it matters most. We deliver insights that help research institutions, governments, and funders achieve their goals. We help researchers discover and share knowledge, collaborate, and accelerate innovation. We help librarians provide verified, quality information to universities. We help innovators turn knowledge into new products. We help health professionals improve patient care and educators train the next generation of doctors and nurses. Connecting quality content and innovative technologies, we make progress go further and happen faster. And by championing inclusion and sustainability, we ensure progress benefits all. With 9,500 employees, over 2,300 technologists in 5 major tech hubs, and more than 60 locations across the globe, we are committed to supporting the scientific and healthcare communities around the world. We offer a diverse range of opportunities across technology, commercial, business, and early career jobs. If you are looking for a career that inspires progress in science, innovation and health, and allows you to grow every day, find your team at Elsevier. Elsevier is part of RELX Group. Let’s shape progress together. Join us. elsevier.com/about/careers