Scientific Editor, Cell Reports Medicine

Scientific Editor Position

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic scientist, physician-scientist, or clinician to join the editorial team of Cell Reports Medicine. Cell Reports Medicine is a premium open access journal at Cell Press, publishing impactful research across the full spectrum of translational and clinical science. Our mission is to advance discoveries that bridge fundamental biology and clinical application, with the potential to directly influence patient care and global health.
About The Role

As a Scientific Editor, you will play a central role in shaping the journal's scientific direction and content. You will oversee the peer review process, engage closely with authors and reviewers, and contribute to defining and advancing the journal's editorial strategy.
Responsibilities

Identify, recruit, and develop high-impact content across translational and clinical research
Evaluate submitted manuscripts and manage the peer review process to ensure rigor, fairness, and efficiency
Select and collaborate with expert reviewers
Engage closely with authors, providing thoughtful guidance and an excellent author experience
Commission and edit Reviews, Perspectives, and other front-matter content
Contribute to the journal's editorial strategy and its positioning within the Cell Press portfolio
Represent the journal at conferences and through institutional visits
Contribute to digital content, including the journal homepage and social media
Collaborate with colleagues across Cell Press on cross-journal initiatives and innovation projects
Requirements

A PhD, MD, or equivalent in a relevant scientific or clinical discipline
Broad interest across translational and clinical research
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to evaluate diverse areas of science and medicine
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an international team
Strong interpersonal and networking skills
Established research networks (preferred, particularly for more senior candidates)
Interest in scientific publishing, communication, and emerging digital trends
Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
In addition to annual Paid Time Off, we offer up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. What you do every day will help advance science and healthcare to advance human progress.
U.S. National Base Pay Range: $71,600 - $119,400. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.