About us

At SelectScience® we are accelerating science by connecting scientific communities with trusted solutions. We produce and publish high-quality digital content and deliver content marketing solutions, whilst also informing scientists about the best products and technologies in their field through the power of peer-to-peer recommendation and reviews.

We are an essential resource for laboratory scientists and clinicians to help promote their products, with an expert team to make this happen. Our Headquarters is near Bath and Bristol, and we are an established brand with 25 years of experience as the leader in online scientific publishing.

The role

Would you like to learn how to create and publish quality and trusted digital, scientific content?  Come and be part of our hard-working and innovative editorial team motivated by a fierce desire to help accelerate science.

We are seeking an Editorial Assistant to join our digital content team in an entry-level position. You will be responsible for a wide range of duties across the editorial department including editorial and client support. This role offers a unique opportunity for those wanting to start an editorial career within a fast growth organisation.

The candidate

You will have a science degree, so either a BSc, MSc or PhD in life or applied sciences. You will have an interest in editorial and in producing content and have a natural creative flair for communication. Perhaps you have run student newsletters/newspapers or organised student clubs and events.

To be successful in this position, you will be both independent and able to work closely with others. In addition, you’ll be enthusiastic and tenacious about your work.

Attention to detail will be key, as you will help to deliver a range of exceptional digital content including product reviews, webinars, articles, news, and features. You will develop your skills in business and scientific communication and publishing and grow your knowledge of the scientific community.

Reasons why you will love this job:

• Great potential for professional growth and development
• The opportunity to work with high-profile, global businesses
• Gain experience of working across multimedia and social channels
• Opportunity to learn within the team, along with the potential for lateral moves within the business
• Hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, private medical insurance, and an annual performance bonus (100% discretionary, and subject to company performance)
• Friendly and fun culture
• 23 days holiday + BH
  
  

To succeed in this role, you will need to have:

Essential

• BSc, MSc or a PHD in life or applied sciences
• Excellent English language skills, with sound communication and interpersonal skills
• An ability to work independently, but also be an excellent team player
• Exceptional organisational skills with a can-do approach to work
• An ability to learn quickly and manage/prioritize a high-volume workload linked to tight deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to take instruction
• Strong IT skills – proficient in using Microsoft Office packages, and an ability to quickly learn other editorial and content management tools
• An ability to adhere to company quality standards
  
  

Our team has an infectious drive for success, to exceed goals and customer expectations. The SelectScience culture promotes creativity, exquisite service, kindness, fun and energy. SelectScience also offers real opportunities for career progression across the business, both within and beyond the editorial team.