Cross-Journal Scientific Editor, Life and Medical Portfolio, Cell Press

Medford, MA

Full time

R118065

Cross-Journal Editor, Life and Medical Science Portfolio, Cell Press

Would you love to work directly with the scientific community and learn about new areas of research?

Do you want to be part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team of editors that supports authors across the Cell Press portfolio of Life and Medical Science journals?

About our team
We are looking for an enthusiastic scientist to join the Research Integrity and Author Experience team as a cross-journal editor. We work across the Cell Press Life and Medical Science portfolio of journals and a broad range of scientific topics. This is a dynamic and unique team that supports editors and authors to optimize publishing success and works on cross-journal projects and initiatives at Cell Press.

About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to closely engage with editors and authors to help publish cutting‑edge research while gaining familiarity with multiple Cell Press journals across a range of topics. You will be closely engaged in all aspects of editorial work at Cell Press and support innovation within the publishing process, with dynamic work arrangements considered. We will consider candidates with expertise across the areas of life and medical science covered by Cell Press journals. A wide interest in science outside of one’s own expertise is highly encouraged. This is a full‑time editorial position and we have a preference for candidates located near our Massachusetts USA office.

Please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position and how your skills and knowledge could contribute to your success in this role.

Responsibilities

Assessing submitted research papers and overseeing the peer review and editorial process

Guiding authors through various aspects of the publishing process

Supporting authors’ publishing decisions related to transfer between journals

Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond

Establishing relationships with researchers and representing Cell Press at scientific meetings and visits to research institutions

Improving on the editorial process for editors and reviewers

Contributing to broader Cell Press initiatives to shape the future of science communication

Requirements

A Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline within the life or medical sciences

Passion to think critically about a wide range of scientific issues, with a willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research

Talent for distilling complex concepts and communicating them

Ability to work flexibly and creatively, with a willingness to experiment and a desire to enhance author service

Strong ability to communicate clearly, with an interest in science communication and publishing trends

Interest in engaging with the scientific community

Strong teamwork skills and a collaborative, problem‑solving mindset and the ability to work well in diverse team settings, across time zones and countries

Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to balance a range of priorities to achieve overall team goals

Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long‑term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with us
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co‑workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.

About the Business
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. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world’s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $59,200 - $98,600. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.

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