In parallel with the research programmes of IARC, devoted to studies in cancer aetiology and prevention, the Agency issues a Scientific Publications series, an IARC Monographs series, an IARC Handbooks series, Technical Publications and Annual Reports, which make current knowledge and research results in this field available to the international scientific and public health communities. These activities fall within the responsibility of the Communications Group (COM), which reports directly to the Director's Office.
Description of duties:
Within the Communications Group (COM), the incumbent is responsible for the assembly, editing and proofreading of scientific manuscripts in English for IARC publications submitted by Agency staff and their collaborators, and for providing advice on editorial matters and publishing procedures to scientific staff.
The main objective of the work is to ensure the timely production of accurate, well-written and attractive publications.
1) Edit manuscripts for IARC Scientific Publications for correctness of language and for scientific clarity, including an average three Monographs per year;
2) Assemble and edit manuscripts and illustrations for the IARC Biennial Report and Interim Annual Report, and proofread, index and organize printing of the former; ensure necessary coordination with translator for production of French edition.
3) Organize and, when necessary, carry out page layout; check proofs for IARC Scientific and other Publications.
4) Edit manuscripts drafted by IARC scientists for publication in scientific journals or books, for grant proposals or for inclusion in official documents, as necessary.
5) Participate in scientific meetings to assemble, revise and correct documents under review for incorporation in Monographs and Handbooks.
6) Participate in the selection of freelance editors, when required, review and revise their work.
7) Provide information on forthcoming publications to the relevant sales and distribution services.
8) Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Essential: University degree in English or in one of the biological/biomedical sciences.
Desirable: College/University training in editing.
Skills:
General knowledge of the natural sciences, biochemistry, biology, medicine.
Training in editorial and publishing activities.
Computer literacy and knowledge of software applications to editing and publishing procedures.
Required WHO competencies:
Ability to:
- Communicate in a credible and effective way;
- Know and manage yourself;
- Produce results;
- Respect and promote individual and cultural differences.
Experience:
Essential: A minimum of five years of professional experience, including one to two years at the international level, in editing articles in the biomedical field.
Desirable: Research experience in the biomedical field.
Languages:
English mother tongue essential, with a working knowledge of French desirable.
Additional Information:
Candidates called for interview may be required to sit a written test.
For more details on employment conditions, including annual leave, education grant, pension scheme, etc., visit: http://www.who.int/employment/contracts/ftp/en/index.html
Annual salary: (Net of tax)
EUROS 65783 (with slight variations) at single rate
EUROS 70474 (with slight variations) with primary dependants
Contact Information:
For submissions: apply online here
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