Erudexa Publishing

Open positions (role summaries, responsibilities & requirements)

Note: All roles operate under Erudexa’s publisher policies (OA: CC BY 4.0; indexation goal: DOAJ/Scopus/Web of Science). When we list an institutional affiliation or ORCID on the site we will link to the verified institutional profile supplied during application.

1) Co-Founder — Journal Level (Strategic editorial partner)

Role type: Strategic / leadership — part equity/part editorial (details negotiated) · remote + occasional coordination with Publisher.
Role summary: Partner with Erudexa to launch, grow and run a new journal under the Erudexa imprint. You will be the journal’s Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief (or appoint one), set scope and editorial strategy, recruit the editorial board, oversee peer review standards, and drive indexing and outreach.
Key responsibilities

• Co-designing journal scope, editorial policies and launch plan.
• Recruiting and onboarding editorial board and reviewers.
• Leading editorial decisions and ensuring review quality and timeliness.
• Coordinating with Erudexa for DOI minting, archiving and indexation applications.
• Promoting the journal to author communities and funders.
  Required qualifications
• Established scholarly profile (peer-reviewed publications) and/or prior editorial leadership.
• Strong networks in the proposed journal’s discipline(s).
• Experience with journal launch or academic publishing preferred.
• Willingness to commit time to build the title (negotiated time commitment).
  Desirable
• ORCID iD, institutional profile link, prior experience with indexer applications.
  Application materials
• CV, short concept note (max 2 pages) describing proposed scope, target community, and a 12-month launch roadmap, plus two professional references.
  Notes
• We will discuss governance, editorial control, and any co-founder compensation structure during selection. Decisions about formal equity or profit sharing are subject to a mutually agreed legal agreement.

2) Editor (Journal level)

Role type: Editor-in-Chief / Subject Editor (part/full time depending on title) · remote/hybrid
Role summary: Provide academic leadership for a journal: manage manuscript decisions, oversee peer review quality, and represent the journal to indexing bodies and scholarly communities.
Key responsibilities

• Assess submissions, assign handling editors/reviewers, and make editorial decisions.
• Maintain editorial board and ensure diversity of expertise.
• Ensure compliance with Erudexa policies (ethics, peer review, data).
• Support indexing and archiving documentation.
  Required qualifications (non-negotiable)
• Recognised institutional affiliation (link to an institutional profile that will be displayed publicly). Institutional email address required (no generic gmail/yahoo/hotmail addresses accepted for this role).
• Established publication record and prior editorial/review experience.
• ORCID strongly preferred.
  Desirable
• Experience with indexers (DOAJ, Scopus, WoS) or journal metrics.
  Application materials
• CV with institutional link, short statement of editorial philosophy (≤500 words), ORCID, and two referees.

3) Reviewer

Role type: Volunteer / compensated per journal policy (honorarium possible) · remote
Role summary: Provide fair, timely, constructive peer reviews following the journal’s review template. Reviewers help ensure methodological rigor and reporting quality.
Key responsibilities

• Complete impartial reviews using the publisher’s structured template.
• Declare conflicts of interest and adhere to confidentiality.
• Suggest improvements and recommend additional reviewers if appropriate.
  Required qualifications
• Subject-matter expertise (publications or professional experience).
• ORCID preferred.
  Application materials
• Short CV, areas of expertise (3–6 keywords), ORCID, examples of recent publications.

4) Advisor

Role type: Advisory / part-time (strategic)
Role summary: Provide high-level guidance on editorial standards, indexer strategy, ethical governance, or technology/adoption. Advisors are consulted on policy development and strategic initiatives.
Key responsibilities

• Quarterly strategy meetings; ad hoc advice on indexation, policy or partnerships.
• Support credibility-building activities (workshops, outreach).
  Required qualifications
• Senior academic / industry profile with relevant experience.
  Application materials
• CV, short statement of interest and availability.

5) National Representative

Role type: Part-time / regional outreach · country/region specific
Role summary: Act as Erudexa’s local contact to promote journals, recruit authors/reviewers, and liaise with institutions. Representatives help regionalize editorial practices and increase submissions.
Key responsibilities

• Build relationships with universities, societies and research groups.
• Promote calls for papers and identify potential editorial board members.
  Required qualifications
• Networked within national research communities; good communication skills.
  Application materials
• CV, brief outreach plan for your country/region.

6) Editorial Assistant (Part-time / Volunteer / Full-time)

Role type: Junior operations role — remote / hybrid; some onsite tasks if local.
Role summary: Support editorial office workflows: initial checks, formatting, communications with authors/reviewers, tracking manuscripts, and light copyediting.
Key responsibilities

• Perform manuscript triage (formatting, completeness, basic checks).
• Maintain submission trackers and follow up with reviewers/authors.
• Assist with copyediting and preparing proofs.
  Required qualifications
• Good command of English (spoken & written) — English speaking mandatory.
• Laptop required for remote/office work.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel/Sheets, and email.
  Desirable
• Prior editorial assistant or publishing experience, or a degree in a related field.
  Application materials
• CV, brief cover letter, availability (hours/week), and proof of ability to work (e.g., laptop specification).

7) Acquisition Executive (Business Development / Partnerships)

Role type: Part/time or full-time; remote/hybrid
Role summary: Develop partnerships with institutions, libraries, societies and indexing services; pursue potential institutional agreements and sponsorship / special issue opportunities.
Key responsibilities

• Identify and approach institutional partners, funders and conference organisers.
• Draft proposals for collaborative collections, special issues, and institutional publishing agreements.
• Support APC institutional arrangements and invoicing negotiations.
  Required qualifications
• Experience in publishing partnerships, sales or institutional relations. Strong communicator.
  Application materials
• CV, short pitch explaining one partnership idea and how you would execute it.

8) Other (Volunteers, interns, short-term project roles)

Role type: Flexible (project-based)
Role summary: Short projects: copyediting sprints, metadata cleaning, marketing campaigns, social media, layout/design support, or data-curation tasks. Ideal for students and early-career researchers.
Key responsibilities

• Project-specific deliverables, supervised by editorial staff.
  Required qualifications
• Vary by role; see individual listings on the Careers hub when posted.
  Application materials
• CV, short statement of interest, and availability.

How to apply — Apply / Upload CV (step-by-step)

Primary route (recommended): Use the Careers → Apply / Upload CV page (form fields listed below).
Alternate route (email): Send application package to contact@erudexapublishing.com with subject line formatted as:

Careers — [Role name] — [Your full name] — [Primary affiliation or country]

Required application files

• One consolidated PDF or ZIP including: CV/resume, cover letter (1 page), proof of institutional affiliation (if required for the role), ORCID (if available), and any supporting documents or portfolios.
• File naming convention: Careers_Role_Lastname_Firstname_YYYYMMDD.pdf (e.g., Careers_Editor_Sharma_Anita_20251205.pdf).

Submission acknowledgement

• We aim to acknowledge receipt within 5 business days. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, resend and copy editorial@erudexapublishing.com.

Application assessment & timeline

• Initial screening: 1–2 weeks (eligibility, files, fit).
• First interview / task: 2–4 weeks (video call and short task for some roles).
• Final decision & offer: typically within 6–8 weeks total from application for senior roles; shorter for part-time or volunteer roles. Timelines vary by role and volume of applications.

Selection criteria & checks

• We prioritise academic integrity, relevant experience, fit with publisher values, and commitment to open access.
• For Editor / Co-Founder roles we require verification of institutional affiliation and may request references and a short interview.
• Background checks and identity verification may be performed for roles with financial or contractual responsibility.

Remuneration & benefits

• Remuneration varies by role. Some roles are voluntary (editorial board membership or reviewer service may be unpaid but recognised); senior editorial or business roles may be paid or compensated by negotiated arrangements.
• Benefits: opportunity to shape new journals, public acknowledgement on the journal page, reviewer/editor certificates, and support for outreach and indexation efforts. Specifics are agreed at offer stage.

Equal opportunity & professional conduct

Erudexa Publishing is an equal opportunity publisher. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or nationality. We expect professional conduct and adherence to our Ethics & Integrity Policy at all times.

Frequently asked questions (short)

Q: Can I apply with a Gmail/Yahoo address?
A: Yes for most roles — except Editor where an institutional email is required and will be publicly displayed.
Q: Are roles remote?
A: Most roles support remote work; some positions may require periodic coordination with the editorial office. Any on-site requirement will be stated in the vacancy.
Q: Do you offer internships for credit?
A: Yes — we partner with institutions where possible. Provide internship credit details in your application.
Q: How do you protect volunteer time?
A: We provide clear task descriptions, mentoring, and certificates of contribution. Volunteers are free to end commitments with reasonable notice.