Total 13 design editor job vacancies in Ulu Tiram

Main Responsibilities – Acquisition and Editorial (books and journal projects)

• To acquire book/journal projects, through emails, attending conferences, meetings etc., from authors hailing from reputed institutions in Singapore and worldwide (via emails, phone calls or online meetings). The candidate must have a flair towards meeting authors at local events such as conferences, seminars and workshops. Sufficient guidance will be provided in this regard. The candidate must possess good communication skills in order to establish rapport with potential authors.
• To plan and implement strategies in acquiring new book/journal projects based on the focus areas identified by the Management. Guidance will be provided by the Publishing Director and Subject Leaders.
• To be able to work effectively on both books and journals and be accepting and willing to work on initiatives as and when they are implemented by the Management.
• To learn the process of planning, controlling, and carrying out the editorial functions and coordinate all necessary actions which occur at any stage prior to receipt of a manuscript through finished product under the general guidance of the Publishing Director and Subject Leaders. The candidate must be able to project manage production of book by coordinating with authors, typesetters, designers, colleagues from other departments as required.
• To carry out duties on contractual matters including clearing of copyrighted materials, foreign rights, etc., as directed by the Senior Editor or Subject Head.
• To supervise and to coordinate with freelance editors on certain projects done by the freelance editors.
• To work effectively on adhoc book projects that come with tight timelines.

Other Accountabilities

• To ensure the agreed objectives with the areas of responsibilities are achieved by the most economic method in optimising the profitability of the projects.
• To ensure the agreed budgets allocated for each project are achieved.
• To cooperate with Marketing in the promotion of all new titles when necessary.
• To ensure that effective liaison with the relevant departments within the organisation and outside bodies, such as government departments, authors, advisors etc.
• To ensure that all authors' agreements for titles assigned are properly raised.
• To ensure that all publishing documentation for the projects that he/she is responsible for are properly kept and carried out.
• To ensure that the progress report for all titles within his/her responsibility is updated as appropriate

Note: Sufficient training and guidance will be provided for both acquisition and production roles. The candidate is expected to contribute to individual and team targets (set in a reasonable and fair manner) for both acquisition and production. The candidate must be willing to take on adhoc projects and contribute to overall performance for the team with passion, integrity and sense of commitment. Workplace incentives are in place and will be provided whenever an employee meets criteria required to claim incentives. Work-life balance is supported and flexibility in working arrangement is allowed when valid reasons are provided.

Requirements

• Good Honours/Post-grad Degree in economics, finance, business, political science or related social sciences disciplines.
• Strong networking with authors, academic professionals or researchers.
• Must be able to work independently, possess initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be able to work effectively on projects with special requirements and shorter timelines.
• Bilingual with strong command of English and Chinese to be able to liaise with Chinese-speaking counterparts preferred, but not mandatory
• Minimum 1 to 2 years in similar capacity is preferred, fresh graduates with flair for communication, networking with authors, acquisition of content and production of books and journals will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and carrying out all works relating to the Safety, Health and Environmental matters in the project.
• Lead and manage a team of safety officers.
• Investigate every incident and develop preventive measures.
• Conduct Risk Assessment control measures.
• Conduct inspections and audits including effective implementation of relevant preventive actions and follow ups
• Conduct and lead Design for Safety meetings with Architects, Engineers and Designers to discuss design hazards and corresponding control measures
• Complete and update Design Risk Register, Design for Safety Register and other documentation for handover
• Keep track of progress of design/construction work
• Any other duties assigned by superior.

Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, good knowledge and management role on QESH systems.
• Experience in getting Safety Award
• Attended the DfS for Professional Course and passed the assessment, or equivalent, and either.
• Experience in design and construction management of transit projects.
• Trained in hazard identification and risk assessment methodology.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and carrying out all works relating to the Safety, Health and Environmental matters in the project.
• Lead and manage a team of safety officers.
• Investigate every incident and develop preventive measures.
• Conduct Risk Assessment control measures.
• Conduct inspections and audits including effective implementation of relevant preventive actions and follow ups
• Conduct and lead Design for Safety meetings with Architects, Engineers and Designers to discuss design hazards and corresponding control measures
• Complete and update Design Risk Register, Design for Safety Register and other documentation for handover
• Keep track of progress of design/construction work
• Any other duties assigned by superior.

Requirements

• Degree / Diploma in Civil Engineering will be advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience, good knowledge and management role on QESH systems.
• Experience in getting Safety Award
• Attended the DfS for Professional Course and passed the assessment, or equivalent, and either.
• Experience in design and construction management of transit projects.
• Trained in hazard identification and risk assessment methodology.

Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities – Editorial and Acquisition (books and journal projects)

• To learn the process of planning, controlling, and carrying out the editorial functions and coordinate all necessary actions which occur at any stage prior to receipt of a manuscript through finished product under the general guidance of the Publishing Director and Subject Leaders.
• To read and/or check all assigned manuscripts being processed for the publication, make recommendations on presentation, obtain outside advice where necessary, guide authors through all stages and make creative contribution to illustrations, photographs, text and cover designs.
• To carry out and organising all editorial processes on new books and reprints, such as copy editing, rewriting, compiling artwork briefs, picture lists, collecting and supervising the collection of photographs, proofreading, arranging corrections/revisions etc.
• To prepare and discuss with the Design, Typesetting and E-Publishing teams on the related aspects of the projects.
• To carry out duties on contractual matters including clearing or copyrighted materials, foreign rights, etc., as directed by the Senior Editor or Team Leader.
• To supervise and to coordinate with freelance editors on certain projects done by the freelance editors.
• To acquire book/journal projects, through emails, attending conferences, meetings etc., from authors hailing from reputed institutions worldwide.
• To work effectively on adhoc book projects that come with tight timelines.

Other Accountabilities

• To ensure the agreed objectives with the areas of responsibilities are achieved by the most economic method in optimising the profitability of the projects.
• To ensure the agreed budgets allocated for each project are achieved.
• To cooperate with Marketing in the promotion of all new titles when necessary.
• To ensure that effective liaison with the relevant departments within the organisation and outside bodies, such as government departments, authors, advisors etc.
• To ensure that all authors' agreements for titles assigned are properly raised.
• To ensure that all publishing documentation for the projects that he/she is responsible for are properly kept and carried out.
• To ensure that the progress report for all titles within his/her responsibility is updated as appropriate

Requirements

• Good Honours/Post-grad Degree in Economics, Business or Social Sciences.
• Strong networking with authors, academic professionals or researchers.
• Must be able to work independently, possess initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be able to work effectively on projects with special requirements and shorter timelines.
• Bilingual with strong command of English and Chinese to be able to liaise with Chinese speaking counterparts.
• Minimum 1 to 2 years in similar capacity
• Background in Accounting and Finance is preferred

We are looking for a driven, language-savvy and life science-oriented individual to be a full-time acquisitions editor in our editorial team.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new book proposals from prominent authors in Life Science and Biomedical topics.
• Develop and manage new and existing STM journals.
• Adept and trained in the understanding of this area of science.
• Responsible for full editorial process from manuscript to publication, which includes liaising with authors, reviewers, typesetters, printers and designers for both book and journal publications.
• Any ad hoc projects as and when required and assigned.

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Life Science and Biomedical fields.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, and excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Ability in managing multiple projects simultaneously amid tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to work independently  as well as a team.
• Prior experience in academic publishing will be given preference.
• Preferably able to read and write Mandarin emails.

The Role

We are looking for an ambitious, motivated individual to join as a full-time JPE to support our Journal Team. He / She must be a self-starter responsible to ensure continuing development to drive our ambitious growth targets for the journals publishing program. Your key role will be to contribute to the growth, quality and usage of the journals by participating in the development, commissioning and product development plans.

Responsibilities

• Developing new STEM-related research journals, through acquisition or new launches, with emphasis on Open Access publication.
• Management of existing portfolio journals to continuously improve and maintain market relevance; this will include: creating new opportunities for growth (content, revenue, quality, etc.) as well as the development of new publishing models.
• Identify high-value topics for Special Issues and commission qualified guest editors to organize paper-invitations/call-for-papers to agreed publication timelines.
• Maintain continuous quality control, monitoring all aspects of day-to-day editorial; production and publishing operations; actively address improvements where required.
• Meet portfolio related objectives with regard to content growth, articles market share, citation, relative impact factor, editorial speeds and author’s/editor’s satisfaction.
• Regular discussions with editorial/journal team to track status of focused content journals acquisition, proposals and targets; providing necessary internal / external updates.
• Develop and maintain positive collaborative relationships with existing/potential authors, editorial Board members and referees.
• Monitoring demands of market forces to advise on future trends, risks and opportunities.
• Where appropriate, represent World Scientific Publishing at external conferences and events.

Requirements

• University degree in Science (Engineering, Computer Science).
• Prior experience in STEM publishing is an added advantage.
• Ability in managing multiple projects simultaneously amid tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as a team.
• The ability to build, nurture and manage editorial boards.

We are looking for ambitious, motivated and result-oriented individuals to be an Editor in our dynamic Editorial Team. Prospective candidates must be able to work in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Acquire academic contents for books and journals in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) topics.
• Manage and develop journals to improve both the quality and profitability of the journals concerned.
• Responsible for the full editorial process from manuscript to publication, including liaising with authors, reviewers, typesetters, printers, and designers, as well as preparing necessary paperwork and contracts.
• Cultivate positive relationships with authors, reviewers, editorial board members, key advisors, colleagues from various departments and other stakeholders to foster stronger collaboration.
• Ensure the commercial value of acquired titles by, e.g., analysing the time and cost of production, to maintain a steady and profitable revenue stream.
• Research and prepare statistics for market trends and prioritize publication that best suit current market trends.
• Participate in marketing and promotion activities for books and journals.
• Any ad hoc projects as and when required and assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Pure Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics/ Statistics.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and analytical skills, and excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Must have initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be able to execute all duties diligently to achieve professional success and also enhance the business of the organization.
• Prior experience in academic publishing will be given preference.

-Able to handle Sales Enquiries & prepare Quotation

-Able to liaise with clients on their project requirements

-Site supervision & managing of schedule with suppliers & contractors

-Able to multitask & manage project dateline

-Able to handle Sales Enquiries & prepare Quotation

-Able to liaise with clients on their project requirements

-Site supervision & managing of schedule with suppliers & contractors

-Able to multitask & manage project dateline

Responsibilities:

• Acquire academic contents for books and journals in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) topics.
• Responsible for full editorial processes from manuscript submission to publication.
• Maintain positive collaborative relationship with all stakeholders including existing/potential authors, reviewers, contributors, key advisers, potential textbook adopters, and colleagues in various divisions.
• Monitoring market demand, advising future trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Participate in marketing and promotional activities as required.
• Represent World Scientific Publishing at conferences and events where appropriate.
• Any ad hoc projects assigned when necessary.

Requirements:

• PhD or Degree in Pure and Applied Sciences.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to meet KPIs and tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Prior experience in academic publishing will be given preference.
• Incentives payable.

Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities – Editorial and Acquisition (books and journal projects)

• To learn the process of planning, controlling, and carrying out the editorial functions and coordinate all necessary actions which occur at any stage prior to receipt of a manuscript through finished product under the general guidance of the Publishing Director and Subject Leaders.
• To read and/or check all assigned manuscripts being processed for the publication, make recommendations on presentation, obtain outside advice where necessary, guide authors through all stages and make creative contribution to illustrations, photographs, text and cover designs.
• To carry out and organising all editorial processes on new books and reprints, such as copy editing, rewriting, compiling artwork briefs, picture lists, collecting and supervising the collection of photographs, proofreading, arranging corrections/revisions etc.
• To prepare and discuss with the Design, Typesetting and E-Publishing teams on the related aspects of the projects.
• To carry out duties on contractual matters including clearing or copyrighted materials, foreign rights, etc., as directed by the Senior Editor or Team Leader.
• To supervise and to coordinate with freelance editors on certain projects done by the freelance editors.
• To acquire book/journal projects, through emails, attending conferences, meetings etc., from authors hailing from reputed institutions worldwide.
• To work effectively on adhoc book projects that come with tight timelines.

Other Accountabilities

• To ensure the agreed objectives with the areas of responsibilities are achieved by the most economic method in optimising the profitability of the projects.
• To ensure the agreed budgets allocated for each project are achieved.
• To cooperate with Marketing in the promotion of all new titles when necessary.
• To ensure that effective liaison with the relevant departments within the organisation and outside bodies, such as government departments, authors, advisors etc.
• To ensure that all authors' agreements for titles assigned are properly raised.
• To ensure that all publishing documentation for the projects that he/she is responsible for are properly kept and carried out.
• To ensure that the progress report for all titles within his/her responsibility is updated as appropriate

Requirements

• Good Honours/Post-grad Degree in Economics, Business or Social Sciences.
• Strong networking with authors, academic professionals or researchers.
• Must be able to work independently, possess initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be able to work effectively on projects with special requirements and shorter timelines.
• Bilingual with strong command of English and Chinese to be able to liaise with Chinese speaking counterparts.
• Minimum 1 to 2 years in similar capacity
• Background in Accounting and Finance is preferred

Responsibilities

Main Responsibilities – Editorial and Acquisition (books and journal projects)

• To learn the process of planning, controlling, and carrying out the editorial functions and coordinate all necessary actions which occur at any stage prior to receipt of a manuscript through finished product under the general guidance of the Publishing Director and Subject Leaders.
• To read and/or check all assigned manuscripts being processed for the publication, make recommendations on presentation, obtain outside advice where necessary, guide authors through all stages and make creative contribution to illustrations, photographs, text and cover designs.
• To carry out and organising all editorial processes on new books and reprints, such as copy editing, rewriting, compiling artwork briefs, picture lists, collecting and supervising the collection of photographs, proofreading, arranging corrections/revisions etc.
• To prepare and discuss with the Design, Typesetting and E-Publishing teams on the related aspects of the projects.
• To carry out duties on contractual matters including clearing or copyrighted materials, foreign rights, etc., as directed by the Senior Editor or Team Leader.
• To supervise and to coordinate with freelance editors on certain projects done by the freelance editors.
• To acquire book/journal projects, through emails, attending conferences, meetings etc., from authors hailing from reputed institutions worldwide.
• To work effectively on adhoc book projects that come with tight timelines.

Other Accountabilities

• To ensure the agreed objectives with the areas of responsibilities are achieved by the most economic method in optimising the profitability of the projects.
• To ensure the agreed budgets allocated for each project are achieved.
• To cooperate with Marketing in the promotion of all new titles when necessary.
• To ensure that effective liaison with the relevant departments within the organisation and outside bodies, such as government departments, authors, advisors etc.
• To ensure that all authors' agreements for titles assigned are properly raised.
• To ensure that all publishing documentation for the projects that he/she is responsible for are properly kept and carried out.
• To ensure that the progress report for all titles within his/her responsibility is updated as appropriate

Requirements

• Good Honours/Post-grad Degree in Economics, Business or Social Sciences.
• Strong networking with authors, academic professionals or researchers.
• Must be able to work independently, possess initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be able to work effectively on projects with special requirements and shorter timelines.
• Bilingual with strong command of English and Chinese to be able to liaise with Chinese speaking counterparts.
• Minimum 1 to 2 years in similar capacity
• Background in Accounting and Finance is preferred

Job Description

• Prepare for PSR, CNSS and other related safety submission
• Vetting and approval of Construction Method Statement and RA
• To facilitate the Risk Assessment Review meeting and proposed the safer method of work in order to minimized the safety risk
• Maintain the Project risk registers
• Other instructed work

Requirements

• Possess with Design for Safety Professional certificate
• Possess with LTA MRT project experience
• Good in communication and team player