• Play a pivotal role in resolving publication ethics cases in line with COPE guidelines and

SAGE policies.

• Organise large volumes of sensitive and confidential information for working on

publication ethics cases in line with GDPR regulations.

• Work with the Research Integrity and Inclusion Manager to identify potential

improvements in workflows for publication ethics investigations.

• Communicate effectively with journal authors, editors, reviewers and institutions on behalf

of SAGE in investigating publication ethics cases.

• Communicate effectively with Editorial and Peer Review teams to bring publication ethics

cases to resolution.

• Use appropriate judgement in escalating cases where necessary, ensuring that key

internal stakeholders are apprised of situations that may pose a risk to SAGE.

• Support the Research Integrity and Inclusion Manager, and Editorial and Peer Review

teams in effective communication with external stakeholders.

• Maintain successful relationships with global Editorial, Peer Review and Legal teams.

• Contribute to internal discussions on publication ethics, development of internal and

external resources around research integrity and peer review.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in journals publishing with knowledge of peer review practices and

challenges.

• Familiarity with and interest in research integrity challenges in scholarly publishing.

• A continual improvement mindset.

• Creative problem-solving abilities.

• An understanding of online submission systems, preferably with direct experience of

working with ScholarOne Manuscripts.

• High attention to detail and organisation skills to manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to communicate confidently and

clearly.