The Royal Society of Chemistry is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Journals XML Specialist to join our Publishing Services & Production team. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and adaptable candidate to join our publishing team in a new role dedicated to driving the development and implementation of our journals' XML requirements to enable the efficient production and dissemination of our journals content.   As a member of the Publishing Services & Production team, you will initially focus on facilitating the transformation of our journals’ back catalogue into a future-proofed XML format as we migrate to a new hosting platform. You will be responsible for developing & continually reviewing our XML roadmap to meet our evolving strategic goals, particularly in the context of aligning with our move to fully Open Access journals publishing, as a digital-first publisher, and enabling the exchange of business-critical data between internal and external systems. You will be responsible for ensuring the accurate markup and structuring of content in XML format, adhering to industry standards and publisher guidelines, enabling compliance (eg accessibility) where appropriate, facilitating integration with diverse digital platforms and efficient dissemination of scholarly content across the academic community.   At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend the office as needed for your role. In this role it is expected that you will attend the on an ad-hoc basis. If you need any specific flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application.   At the Royal Society of Chemistry, we publish new research that is a catalyst for the chemistry that enriches our world. Collaboration is essential. We connect scientists with each other and society as a whole, so they can do their best work and make discoveries and innovation happen. We develop, recognise and celebrate professional capabilities. We bring people together to spark new ideas and new partnerships. We support teachers to inspire future generations of scientists. And we speak up to influence the people making decisions that affect us all.   Key Responsibilities: - Own and drive the strategic XML roadmap aligned with our transition to fully Open Access journals publishing - Be a Subject Matter Expert for journals XML and related matters, and a key member of project teams related to strategic initiatives involving our production processes and content formats - Ensure accurate markup and structuring of scholarly content in XML, adhering to industry guidelines - Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors on XML integration, metadata, process optimisation and quality assurance - Oversee the transformation of our journals back catalogue and future live content to JATS XML format for our new content hosting platform - Provide training, documentation and expertise as the subject matter expert for journals XML   Requirements: - Proven experience working with XML in scholarly STM publishing environments - Solid understanding of publishing workflows, standards (JATS, etc.) and metadata schemas - Strong analytical skills with ability to understand complex data structures and requirements - Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working across teams - Self-motivated with ability to prioritise, manage deadlines and deliver results - Familiarity with XML schema development, transformations and vendor management is desirable   We offer a collaborative team environment and opportunities for skills development. Apply now to be part of revolutionising open access publishing with a renowned scientific society.   At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.   As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.   We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@rsc.org or on +44 (0) 1223 432229 and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.   If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/expertise match the required skills and experience outlined above.   A full job description is available here.   #INDHP    

      The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is looking for a CRM Salesforce Manager to join us on a permanent basis. At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office or London office, however we are currently embracing hybrid working, and therefore you will have the opportunity to also work mostly from a UK location other than this, as agreed with your line manager. Applicants should be aware that there is an expectation that employees will attend our Cambridge and London offices and travel as required in their role. This role is expected to involve occasional UK travel and some flexibility to manage fluctuations in workload/programme priorities.   The role We have embarked on a Digital transformation journey as a core pillar of our 5 year organisational strategy. The RSC has a publicly stated ambition to be a fully open access publisher by 2028, requiring a transformation in our B2B and B2C relationships. Salesforce CRM will play a significant role in supporting this shift. This role will play an important role in developing our use of the Salesforce platform in a strategic and sustainable way, working with stakeholders to understand wants and needs in order to develop a vision, strategy and roadmap. Own the strategy and roadmap for the CRM at the RSC, including for the Salesforce platform. As a CRM Manager you will maintain knowledge and awareness of the latest updates and releases to sure we are making good use of the platform in line with our business objectives. You will be able to shape and develop business opportunities, develop prioritised roadmaps and present to board level stakeholders to secure buy-in and approval for key initiative.   What we are looking for: - Proven experience of CRM best practice and trends including Salesforce. - Salesforce Administrator Certification/familiarity with Apex core concepts. - Able to take a strategic approach to solution design, with proven ability to develop and execute tactical plans to support the strategy; experienced in leading and delivering projects at both enterprise and operational level. - Able to shape and develop business opportunities, develop prioritised roadmaps and present to board level stakeholders to secure buy-in and approval for key initiatives. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - comfortable translating a non-technical brief into technical requirements, equally comfortable explaining technical information to non-technical audiences. - Extensive knowledge of Salesforce platform including Sales, Marketing and Service Cloud. - Experience administering a large Salesforce implementation ideally within a non-profit environment. - Proven experience in negotiating significant contracts and managing key suppliers; maintaining supplier relationships and planning and deploying in-demand resource to optimum use. - Excellent project management skills and knowledge of Agile work practices; ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. - Experience of line management and staff development. - Knowledge of database systems. - Understanding of digital marketing. A full job description is available here.   About the RSC  The Royal Society of Chemistry is a not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to advance chemical sciences. As a not-for-profit publisher, we reinvest surplus funds back into the global scientific community, supporting our purpose to help the chemical science community make the world a better place.  The RSC strives to continuously innovate its product and services to adapt to market and customer needs, maintain relevancy and diversify revenues from print journals. This requires a market-led and ‘outside-in’ thinking approach to product and service innovation.    Benefits  At the Royal Society of Chemistry, we promote a healthy work/life balance and flexible working options across the organisation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all employees including: - 26 days paid holiday per annum - 35-hour working week with flexible options - Enhanced parental leave - Paid volunteering days - Pension plan with up to 12% employer contributions (depending upon your contribution) - Life assurance at four times basic annual salary If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/ expertise match the competencies outlined in the Job Description.  Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge. At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.  As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.  We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@rsc.org or on +44 (0) 1223 432229 and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.  If you have any questions, please contact us at jobs@rsc.org  #INDHP  

  The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is seeking a Professional Standards Specialist to join our Qualifications team on a temporary basis covering maternity leave (9-12 months).   This is a key role responsible for the project management of professional practice in relation to our members' continuing professional development (CPD) and Chartered status.   In this position, you will: - Oversee the promotion of best practices in professional development and training for our members, particularly in supporting the achievement of Chartered designations. - Manage the RSC's portfolio of accredited company schemes, which will involve substantial UK travel and the ability to influence existing and potential customers. This requires interacting with high level contacts at leading multinational companies. - Contribute to the development and advancement of our professional registers, working closely with our Registration Officer. - Play a significant role in delivering our membership and industry strategies through the enhancement of CPD offerings. In this role it is expected that you will attend the office once a month. The role will require travel across the UK and potentially internationally. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application. What we are looking for: - A degree in the chemical sciences - Either membership of the Royal Society (MRSC) of Chemistry and the award of Charted Chemist, or eligibility to apply for these. - A consolidated knowledge of science with developed professional key skills obtained through postgraduate employment. - Some project management experience - The ability to demonstrate an understanding of continuing professional development - Excellent communication and team building skill   A full job description is available here.   If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/ expertise match the competencies outlined in the Job Description.    About the RSC Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.   At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend the office as needed for your role.   At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.   As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.   We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@rsc.org or on +44 (0) 1223 432229 and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.   If you have any questions, please contact us at jobs@rsc.org   #INDHP

  The Royal Society of Chemistry have an exciting opportunity for an Editorial Assistant to join our Education Platforms, Publishing and Products team on a permanent basis.   Our Education Platforms, Publishing and Products team collaborates to provide valuable resources and support for educators and students in schools, colleges and universities, ensuring access to engaging and relevant chemistry education from primary school onwards.   The role   As Editorial Assistant, you'll provide crucial support to our Education in Chemistry magazine and teaching resources. Your responsibilities will include editorial tasks, customer service, administrative duties and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of our programmes and support for chemistry teachers.   Key Responsibilities:   - Providing editorial and project support to the Resources and Editorial teams, including liaison with freelance and internal contributors, editing and proofreading of both print and online content, uploading to our CMS. - Managing a shared email inbox, handling and responding to customer queries. - Arranging meetings for staff, members and visitors, including organising appropriate facilities, sending invitations, monitoring attendance and minute taking. - Supporting financial processes and budget management by raising and tracking electronic purchase orders and processing expenses. - Liaising with internal and external stakeholders. Arranging contracts with contributors and contractors. - Undertaking other relevant activities as appropriate.   At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate. This role is contractually based at our Cambridge office, you will be able to work from home within the UK with the expectation that you will attend the office 2 days per week. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application. What we are looking for: - Excellent written English and communication skills. - Great interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to customer service. - Some experience of proofreading, editing or digital content management. - The ability to cultivate and maintain positive relations with customers and other stakeholders. - Strong interest in science education and outreach, along with some knowledge of UK and Irish education systems. - Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing demands and workload.   A full job description is available here.   If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/ expertise match the competencies outlined in the job description.  About the RSC With over 175 years of heritage, the RSC is a non-profit organization dedicated to shaping the future of science education globally. Committed to nurturing scientists, maintaining high standards, and fostering collaboration, we partner with industry and academia while advising governments on policy. In the UK, we are the leading non-governmental funder of chemistry education, advocating for inclusive, high-quality learning experiences.   Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.   At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.   As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.   We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@rsc.org or on +44 (0) 1223 432229 and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.   If you have any questions, please contact us at jobs@rsc.org