Research Integrity Auditor Specialist

Who we are

At Frontiers we are on a mission to make all science open, enabling the research community to develop the solutions we need to live healthy lives on a healthy planet.

Frontiers is one of the world's most cited publishers. Our articles have been viewed more than 3.7 billion times, reflecting the power of research that is open for all.

Join the publishing revolution.

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https://progressreport.frontiersin.org/ 

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What we can offer you

We provide a range of benefits across our global locations, including but not limited to:

• 4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance

• Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time

• A range of wellbeing initiatives, including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan

• Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer

• Additional benefits depending on your location (e.g. pension plan and private medical care)

The role  

As a Research Integrity Auditor Specialist, you will be the first point of contact for support and investigation in urgent, escalated cases across all journal portfolios. Learn more about our Research Integrity team here.

You will report to Research Integrity Auditing Manager

Deadline for submitting full application is April 10th.  

As a Research Integrity Auditor Specialist, you will: 

• Audit current pipelines and journals to anticipate potential research integrity issues.  

• Investigate escalated cases by assessing manuscripts, editors, reviewers and authors involved.   

• Evaluate current processes and provide proactive recommendations to prevent issues from happening.   

• Assess the urgency of situations and escalate higher when necessary.   

• Liaise with the Research Integrity Managers & Specialists to gather information and keep them informed of the measures to implement.   

• Present the outcome of the investigation with a proposed course of action and ensure that all investigations reach a final conclusion. 

About you:  

• Previous experience in academic/STM publishing with some exposure to research integrity or dealing with ethical issues.   

• Excellent communication skills and ability to navigate through challenging conversations, gather information and manage stakeholders’ expectations in a diplomatic and professional manner.   

• A pro-active mindset that enjoys finding solutions, preventing unnecessary escalations and taking ownership of situations.   

• Educated to a MSc/PhD level or equivalent.   

• Fluent in English (C2 level) and a good knowledge of Excel and Salesforce. 

Your application should include:

• A cover letter that will explain your motivation and fit for this role

• Your updated CV.

Our offices are located in Madrid and London, and we typically have team members in the office for three days a week. You're welcome to work from home for the two remaining days.

Apply now

Please click the 'apply' button on this page and submit your application in English.

Please inform us if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. You can contact us at [email protected] for any additional support.
 

Equal opportunity statement
Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination – including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.