Managing Editor – Science at Maskew Miller Learning

Editorial Project Management

• Lead the editorial workflow of Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences projects from manuscript to final product (print and digital).
• Ensure editorial quality by applying proofreading, copy-editing, and typesetting standards in all language versions.
• Maintain alignment with MML’s editorial policy and curriculum requirements.

Language Localisation

• Coordinate the localisation (not direct translation) of Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences content in all official languages, ensuring clarity and curriculum alignment.
• Collaborate with language experts to maintain consistency in Physical & Life Science terminology and instructional language.
• Conduct or facilitate editorial training sessions for SMEs, authors, and reviewers.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Publishers, Language Specialists, and Product Coordinators to manage timelines and content requirements.
• Engage with external freelancers (editors, typesetters, proofreaders) to ensure high-quality outputs.
• Provide editorial leadership and problem-solving for issues related to language, content clarity, and layout.

Quality Assurance and Content Review

• Implement a rigorous editorial and QA process, including checks, language reviews, and inclusive audits, for Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences.
• Conduct final product checks before signoff of products, ensuring adherence to specifications.
• Support the development and maintenance of internal tools like editorial checklists and style guides tailored for multilingual Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences products.

Workflow and Reporting

• Maintain and update WIP trackers for Physical Sciences, Life Science and Natural Sciences in each language and phase.
• Provide regular status updates to the Publisher and escalate risks or bottlenecks proactively.
• Monitor project budgets in collaboration with the Publisher.

Educational Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification Physical Sciences OR Life Science and Publishing.

Experience Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience in educational publishing or editorial management.
• Strong understanding of the Curriculum and language policy in education.
• Experience in working with teachers and learners at school level is not required but would be beneficial.