Managing Editor, Centre for Emerging Technology and Security
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The Role
The Managing Editor will lead and oversee the end-to-end delivery of CETaS publications, ensuring outputs are delivered to consistently high editorial standards.
The successful candidate will shape and develop CETaS’ public-facing outputs, proactively identifying and commissioning new publications, ensuring content and digital engagement activity supports the Centre’s strategic objectives and thought leadership.
Reporting to the CETaS Engagement Lead, the postholder will work closely with research staff across CETaS and the Defence and National Security team.
Eligibility for Security Check (SC) clearance is a requirement for this role. Eligibility criteria and further information on the process can be found on the UK Government security vetting website.
Your Profile
We want to hear from individuals who have strong professional editorial experience including editing, proof reading texts and adhering to house styles. You will have experience managing a pipeline of publications across academic and research environments. Utilising the Content Management System (CMS) on a daily basis, writing newsletters and/or marketing content within the CETaS team. Your meticulous attention to detail will be tested regularly as you prepare written outputs to academic publication standard. At the Turing, we want to hear from likeminded individuals, therefore you will have a commitment to our EDI principles and organisational values.
It is essential for individuals to be able to achieve UK Security Clearance (SC) once in post.
Main Duties
- Lead and manage the CETaS publications pipeline, setting priorities and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, strategically aligned outputs
- Ensure all CETaS research outputs meet high editorial, accessibility and publication standards through expert copy-editing and quality assurance
Please see our portal for a full breakdown of the role.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 30 April at 23:59 (London, UK BST)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early or to interview suitable candidates before the closing date if enough applications are received.
Term and Conditions
This full time post is offered on a fixed term basis for 1 year. The annual salary is £55,000 – 60,000 plus excellent benefits, including flexible working and family friendly policies, Employee-only benefits guide | The Alan Turing Institute
Applicants must be based in the UK and be able to travel to the Turing offices in London when required.
The Alan Turing Institute is based at the British Library, in the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter. We expect staff to come to our office at least 4 days per month. Some roles may require more days in the office; the hiring manager will be able to confirm this during the interview.
Application Procedure
If you are interested in this opportunity, please click the apply button below. It will redirect you to The Alan Turing Institute jobs portal, where you can find more information and a full job description for this role. You will need to register on the applicant portal and complete the application form including your CV and covering letter.
If you have questions about the role or would like to apply using a different format, please email recruitment@turing.ac.uk
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Alan Turing Institute is committed to creating an environment where diversity is valued and everyone is treated fairly.
We value diversity of background, experience, and perspective, and are proud to be an inclusive employer. We warmly encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from groups currently under-represented in our sector. If you feel passionate about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, please apply - we recognise that great candidates may bring strengths beyond the criteria listed.
We are committed to making sure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. This includes making reasonable adjustments for candidates who have a disability or long-term condition. Please contact us at recruitment@turing.ac.uk to tell us how we can assist you.