Locum Managing Editor  (Maternity cover for a minimum of 9 months) up to £40,000 per annum pro rata (depending on experience)

Part-time (21 hours per week)

Start date March/April 2012

RSTMH is an international development charity that promotes and advances the study, control and prevention of disease in the tropics. It plays a leading role globally in increasing awareness of advances in, and issues related to, tropical medicine and international health.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to provide maternity cover for the role of Managing Editor. The position will involve driving the development of our two peer-reviewed journals, Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene and International Health.

The successful candidate will have a science background, ideally with a PhD in an allied area of medical research, coupled with significant editorial experience and very strong management skills.

Based in Holborn, the post offers a salary of up to £40K pro rata together with attractive pension and holiday entitlements and the opportunity for flexible work arrangements.

Please send your CV and covering letter to the Managing Editor, Alexandra Hay alexandra.hay@rstmh.org to arrive by 5 pm on Monday 6 February 2012. Interviews will take place on Monday 13 February 2012.