COPY EDITOR
Job Role:
• Editing translated and revised articles (from English to Arabic) in a timely fashion and maintaining high standards of quality for Nature, Arabic Edition in a manner that enhances the reputation of the journal.
• To ensure the highest quality of all details of text and figures, and page appearance of the journal, within the limits of production schedules.
Key tasks:
• Edit translated and revised articles (from English to Arabic) on screen in a timely fashion for correct scientific terminologies in accordance with the journal’s Manual of Style.
• Expertly checks and corrects Arabic grammar, punctuation, spelling and internal consistency of figures, tables and text.
• Communicate with translators and reviewers regarding organization of articles, omissions and discrepancies in both translated and revised articles and page proof
• Proof-read articles once laid out
• Insert electronic links into edited text (where applicable)
• Write messages in response to comments and questions
• Answer style questions from editorial and production staff
• Liaise with web staff in ensuring quality of online publication of journal
• After the issue closes, file Production files and help to check web site
• Copy editing of marketing and or sales material in Arabic related to Nature, Arabic Edition and other MSC/NPG products as required
• Participates, as needed, in the translation and/ or revision of articles
• Such other tasks as the company may assign from time to time
Skills:
• Highly skilled in translating/ editing scientific literature (from English to Arabic).
• Advanced grammatical and punctuation skills of the Arabic language.
• Well-developed literary, verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Computer skills in word-processing, preferably with basic knowledge of graphic design tools.
Experience:
• Experience and demonstrated ability in translating and editing scientific and biomedical publications from English to Arabic with a proven track of published translations in quality scientific print publications.
** Written translation and editing tests will be used to screen shortlisted candidates.
Other Skills:
- Relationship Building/ Teamwork (incorporating Communication, Influencing and Trust)
- Personal Effectiveness (incorporating results focused, productivity, ownership, delegation)
- Goal Setting/Short term Planning (incorporating decision making, planning and organisation, and tenacity)
Education: Degree-level education in a science-related field with diploma/ certification in translation
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For submissions: apply via bayt.com or send an e-mail to info@macmillanegypt.com
Website: http://macmillanegypt.com/careers.asp
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