Editorial Officer

Job Type: Permanent - Part TimeLocation: Sydney CBDJob Category: Editorial & WritingAbout The RACPThe Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) connects, represents, and trains physicians and trainee physicians across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. The RACP provides services to support the delivery of training, continuing professional development, and health policy and advocacy to medical health professionals.Our Values Accountable | Collaborate | Indigenise and Decolonise | Lead the way | RespectWhy Join Us? As part of our team, you will be offered a competitive remuneration salary and access to some amazing benefits including a flexible hybrid work model, additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year, paid parental leave, free annual flu vaccinations, professional development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Program, special corporate discounts and more To view all our benefits, visit Our 3-2-1 Hybrid Working Model3 days from anywhere in Australia or Aotearoa New Zealand per week, 2 days from an RACP office location per week, 1 of the two days per week in office spent with your team. Job DescriptionThe RoleThe Royal Australasian College of Physicians is seeking a capable, systems-savvy Editorial Officer at 0.8FTE to support the Internal Medicine Journal (IMJ) and the Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health (JPCH).This is not a passive admin role. It sits at the operational core of scholarly publishing, supporting editors, authors and reviewers to move high-quality research from submission to publication efficiently and professionally.If you enjoy working with digital platforms, managing complex workflows and delivering precision under deadline, this role offers real responsibility and impact.Working within the Marketing & Communications team and alongside the IMJ and JPCH Editorial Managers, you will manage day-to-day publishing operations across two journals.You WillManage manuscript workflows and author/reviewer data in Research Exchange (ReX) Configure and optimise system processes and email templates Produce reporting and performance data from ReX Support editorial board meetings and teleconferences Coordinate logistics including editor travel Maintain accurate records and database updates Contribute to process improvement across both journals You will balance competing priorities, troubleshoot independently and maintain accuracy even when timelines tighten.Desired Skills And ExperienceWhat We''re Looking ForYou are organised, digitally confident and proactive.You BringExperience working with web-based systems or publishing platforms Strong data management and reporting capability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Advanced Microsoft Office and Adobe skills The ability to prioritise, problem-solve and work with minimal supervision A calm, professional manner when supporting senior stakeholders Experience with Research Exchange (ReX) or other peer review systems will be highly regarded. Experience in health, education or academic publishing environments is an advantage.Why This Role?Work with leading clinicians and editors across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand Contribute to journals with international readership and clinical impact Join a collaborative, high-performing communications team Sydney-based position in a purpose-driven organisation This is a role for someone who enjoys structure, systems and precision, and takes pride in making complex publishing operations run seamlessly.To Apply for the role, please submit your cover letter and CV by 8 March 2026To view the position description, visit: For further information, email

Created: 2026-02-23