Frontiers is a leading open-access research publisher dedicated to ensuring the quality and integrity of scientific publishing. This role involves investigating complex cases, identifying patterns, and shaping the future of ethical publishing.

Responsibilities
- Review current editorial pipelines and journal practices to proactively identify potential research integrity risks
- Lead in-depth assessments of escalated cases involving manuscripts, editors, reviewers, and authors
- Analyze existing processes and recommend improvements to prevent future issues
- Assess the urgency of cases and appropriately elevate them when needed
- Work closely with Research Integrity Managers and Specialists to gather insights and align on next steps
- Present findings and proposed actions clearly, ensuring each case reaches a well-documented resolution

What We Look For
- Experienced in academic or STM publishing, with exposure to research integrity or ethical issue management
- A confident communicator who can navigate sensitive conversations with professionalism and diplomacy




- Proactive and solutions-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Educated to MSc/PhD level or equivalent
- Fluent in English (C2 level), with solid working knowledge of Excel and Salesforce

Business Expertise
- Knowledge of publishing and open access in particular
- Awareness of common research integrity and publication ethics concerns

Technical Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office

Additional Skills
- Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
- Time management and organizational skills

Abilities / Competencies / Soft Skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to navigate through challenging conversations, gather information and manage stakeholders’ expectations in a diplomatic and professional manner
- A proactive mindset that enjoys finding solutions, preventing unnecessary escalations, and taking ownership of situations

Experience & Education
- Ed

📌 Research Integrity Auditor Specialist (Madrid)
🏢 Frontiers
📍 Madrid