Open Press Editorial Manager Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Editorial Manager – Open Press University of Sussex (OPUS)

Location: Brighton, UK
Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity cover until 28 June 2026)
Hours: Full-time up to 37.5 hours per week. Flexible working requests will be considered, subject to business needs.
Salary: Grade 7 – starting from £38,249 to £45,413 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Expected Interview Date: 9 May 2025 (TBC)
Expected Start Date: June 2025

About the Role

We are offering a unique opportunity to manage and further develop Open Press University of Sussex (OPUS)—our Diamond Open Access press—during a period of maternity cover.

Hosted within the University Library, OPUS publishes a wide range of openly available books, toolkits, and Open Educational Resources (OERs), helping expand the global reach and impact of Sussex research while championing non-commercial and sustainable academic publishing models.

As Editorial Manager, you will:

• Lead the commissioning, submission, production, and promotion of all OPUS titles
• Work closely with authors and academics across all Faculties
• Contribute to the University’s strategic ambitions in Open Research
• Collaborate with the Research & Open Scholarship team to embed the press in our progressive research culture

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a service that is helping redefine academic publishing through collaboration, accessibility, and innovation.

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• A strong understanding of the academic publishing landscape, especially in Open Access models
• Experience managing editorial workflows and publication processes
• Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills
• A commitment to inclusive, ethical, and community-led scholarly communication

You’ll bring creativity, a collaborative mindset, and a genuine passion for making academic research freely accessible.

If you’re inspired by academic integrity, social impact, and open knowledge, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Library

Established in 1961, the University of Sussex Library is one of the UK’s most respected academic libraries. Today, it plays a central role in supporting research, teaching, and knowledge dissemination at Sussex.

From hosting unique archives to supporting open access and digital scholarship, the Library is committed to enriching student learning and advancing world-class research.

Why Work at Sussex?

• Scenic campus located next to the South Downs National Park
• Excellent public transport links – just a five-minute walk from Falmer train station
• Cycle-to-work scheme and dedicated cycling routes
• A vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative university culture

The University of Sussex is a globally recognised, research-led institution. Our staff are at the heart of our success, and we’re committed to supporting their growth and wellbeing.

Visa Sponsorship

This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to UKVI criteria. For details, please refer to our Skilled Worker Visa Information page.

All work must be carried out within the UK.

Further Information

For informal enquiries, please contact:
Sam Nesbit – S.Nesbit@sussex.ac.uk

We are proud of our diverse and inclusive community. The University of Sussex welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.