Assistant Editor

Job Title: Assistant Editor - Chemistry Cengage India is looking for an incumbent who will ensure that texts due for print publication or e-publication are well-written, in shape, grammatically correct, and error-free. The candidate himself will work or manage works on publications in test prep (competitive examinations) areas. Requirements: • Should have working experience as a Subject Editor for 3-5 years with a publisher of repute, operating in the competitive exam segment. • MSc in Chemistry • Subject Matter Expert in Chemistry • Strong hold over English language and sound grammar and usage skills • Ability to multi-task and set priorities • Exposure to working on board-level and competitive exam textbooks Responsibilities:  Deriving products from online sources/indigenously published products  Create a style sheet to detail the specifications of a publication  Interact with authors to get responses/feedback/approval on editorial intervention and any specific author queries raised at the time of editing  Coordinate with all stakeholders involved in the publication (author, typesetter, freelancers, etc.) Enlist, develop, and supervise a dependable pool of quality freelance copyeditors and proofreaders  Get print-ready files prepared for printing  Maintain project records for each publication