Research Integrity Specialist
Springer NatureLondon, England, United Kingdom
Added 14 Jul · still live
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Salary
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£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
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SOC 2434 is an eligible occupation, but we classified this role with low confidence (34% match). If the code is right — and Springer Nature is a licensed sponsor — it should qualify, but double-check the occupation eligibility rules against the actual role.
About the role
Job Title: Research Integrity Specialist
Location: Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing or London – hybrid working model
Application Deadline: July 31st, 2026
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Brand
The goal of the Publishing Performance and Intelligence Group (PP&I) is to help deliver next generation digital publishing at Springer Nature and, as a result, grow the number of published articles, especially in Open Access (OA). Working closely with the Journals Group, Production, Technology, Marketing and Customer Services, we contribute to a wide variety of support work. This includes increasing the number of transfers of articles between journals, the commissioning of new collections and strengthening editor engagement, as well as supporting and enhancing the end-to-end publishing process
About The Role
As Research Integrity Specialist you are an expert in investigating and resolving data and image integrity issues. You serve as the inhouse escalation point for research integrity advisers and other colleagues outside of the integrity team. As such you have a central place in the team and are expected to share your expertise widely. You’re part of the growing Resolutions team in the Research Integrity Group. You value the reliability of the published record and are keen join a team of like-minded problem solvers. You will work to ensure that that cases are investigated and managed in line with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Role Responsibilities
Location: Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing or London – hybrid working model
Application Deadline: July 31st, 2026
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Brand
The goal of the Publishing Performance and Intelligence Group (PP&I) is to help deliver next generation digital publishing at Springer Nature and, as a result, grow the number of published articles, especially in Open Access (OA). Working closely with the Journals Group, Production, Technology, Marketing and Customer Services, we contribute to a wide variety of support work. This includes increasing the number of transfers of articles between journals, the commissioning of new collections and strengthening editor engagement, as well as supporting and enhancing the end-to-end publishing process
About The Role
As Research Integrity Specialist you are an expert in investigating and resolving data and image integrity issues. You serve as the inhouse escalation point for research integrity advisers and other colleagues outside of the integrity team. As such you have a central place in the team and are expected to share your expertise widely. You’re part of the growing Resolutions team in the Research Integrity Group. You value the reliability of the published record and are keen join a team of like-minded problem solvers. You will work to ensure that that cases are investigated and managed in line with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
Role Responsibilities
- Run investigations where specific concerns are raised regarding images, data, data analysis, and the derived results and conclusions, and validate concerns using a range of tools and techniques
- Use scientific comprehension to provide analysis and advice for in-house editorial teams to determine whether manuscripts still under consideration are suitable for publication, and post-publication to recommend a course of action such as correction, expression of concern or retraction through decision quality
- Communicate effectively to understand and express complex ethics concepts, and clearly and concisely explain cases, both in writing and via video call, to internal and external stakeholders, such as Publishing Editors, Editors-in-Chief, Editorial Directors, Society stakeholders and Authors
- Serve as an escalation point for Research Integrity Advisers within the Resolutions team for complicated cases requiring expertise regarding image or data integrity
- Process multiple “Large cases” (involving multiple, related articles) concurrently, working as a project lead and collaborating with the Support team and Associate Research Integrity Advisers. Use your knowledge of the case to streamline processes to drive them to resolution following Standard Operating Procedures
- Comply with relevant Springer Nature policies, COPE guidelines and industry best practices. Identify legal and reputational risk and liaise with internal legal and communications teams to mitigate these risks
- Manage a high-volume workload of concurrent cases to meet targets and Key Performance Indicators. Be resilient and able to reprioritise as urgent issues arise. Keep meticulous records of cases up to date and contribute to reporting
- Contribute to training and mentoring, training materials, policy development, workflow improvements, presentations, workshops and projects, by maintaining a strong understanding of the evolving publication ethics landscape identifying new types of issues, and be action oriented by proactively addressing emergent needs
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/
Job Posting End Date:
1-08-2026
- Proven track record as a high-performing Research Integrity Adviser (or equivalent role)
- Educated to graduate level in STEM or HSS, PhD and postdoc experience desirable.
- Knowledge/experience of the academic publishing industry, and scholarly publication processes, systems and tools
- Familiarity with publication ethics and research integrity issues, and a passion for quality control;
- Strong background in statistical analysis, preferably including familiarity with GRIM and SPRITE.
- Familiarity with image integrity software (Proofig, ImageTwin or similar) and image manipulation software (Adobe Photoshop or similar)
- Familiarity with plagiarism software (CrossCheck/iThenticate)
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders of any background, seniority or level of experience;
- A high level of computer literacy including knowledge of and experience with Office applications and Google Workspace
- Excellent organizational, prioritization, analytical and time-management skills, with superior attention to detail;
- Positive and proactive approach to problem-solving and task management;
- Strong communication (written and oral) and English language skills;
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to travel
- Familiarity with copyright law
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/
Job Posting End Date:
1-08-2026
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 2434 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~85k in sampleP25 £35kP75 £50k
£29kmedian £41kgoing rate £42k£50k
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2434 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.