Research Integrity Associate Editor

Research Integrity Associate Editor - Permanent - £40,370 - £41,672

Join us and be part of a mission-driven, independent publisher. You’ll work with a diverse group of people who share a passion for empowering researchers, educators, and institutions to shape the future.

About Sage:

Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely. 

Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:

• Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact
• Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning
• Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas

About our Team :

The Journals Editorial department is a vibrant and dynamic team of highly motivated individuals who are passionate about research and publishing. We develop and grow a diverse portfolio of high-quality, valuable journals across the social sciences, STEM fields, and various business models, whilst adapting to a changing market. Our collaborative efforts with external editors, society partners, and internal colleagues in editorial, marketing, and production roles ensure the growth, success, and long-term sustainability of our program. Our friendly and welcoming team is dedicated to driving excellence and fostering a supportive environment.

Could you be our new Research Integrity Associate Editor? Are you?

• Experienced in Journals Academic publishing or academic research and understand peer review processes and workflows?
• Experienced in assessing and evaluating content and/or a subject matter expert?
• Interested in pursuing a career in research integrity and publishing ethics?
• Familiar with online manuscript submission systems (preferably ScholarOne)?
• Excellent at prioritising and adaptable to an evolving environment?
• Highly organized and detail orientated?
• A strong and collaborative communicator, with strong problem solving skills?

Your new role:

• Assist in resolving publication ethics cases in line with COPE guidelines and Sage policies.
• Collaborate with journal authors, editors, reviewers and institutions to resolve cases.
• Advance cases when necessary ensuring that key internal stakeholders are informed of situations that may pose a risk to Sage.
• Identify potential improvements in workflows for publication ethics investigations.
• Organise large volumes of critical and confidential information following GDPR guidelines.
• Maintain successful relationships with global Editorial, Peer Review and Legal teams.
• Contribute to internal discussions on publication ethics and develop internal and external resources around research integrity and peer review.

Overview of benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with 2 additional floating personal days.
• Hybrid working and a home working allowance.
• Life assurance, income protection and travel insurance.
• Private medical cover and access to the company doctor.
• Tuition scheme and support for pursuing professional qualifications, including access to Sage books and journals.
• Variety of snacks and beverages available in the office
• Healthy lifestyle reimbursement and anniversary trips.
• Access to Company loans (season ticket loan, rental deposit loan, cycle loan)

If you have a disability and need any support during the application process, please contact [email protected] . Please note we do not accept applications via email unless a reasonable adjustment has been agreed.

Closing date for applications: Friday 19th September 2025

To ensure we can give each application the attention it deserves, we may consider bringing the closing date forward if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and to sustaining a culture that celebrates diversity, encourages authenticity, and builds a deep sense of belonging. We encourage applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, or belief as crafting value through diversity is what makes us strong.