Scientific Editor-Cell Press
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Cambridge, Massachusetts

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Scientific Editor, Cell Press

Cell Press is seeking to hire a full-time Scientific Editor to join our editorial team. We are interested in applicants with expertise is any area of life science covered by Cell Press journals, and particularly in candidates with a background in cancer research or genetics/genomics. This is an exciting opportunity to join an outstanding team of scientists who work together collaboratively in a world-class publishing environment.

Key responsibilities will include:
- Assessing submitted research papers and making editorial recommendations
- Overseeing the peer review process and providing outstanding author experience
- Establishing relationships with researchers through outreach to the scientific community

- Recruiting top-quality content for publication in Cell Press journals
- Working collaboratively with academic editorial board members and editors

-Traveling to scientific conferences and visiting academic institutes

- Commissioning and editing review material and other front matter formats
- Writing content for the journal homepage, blog and social media outlets
- Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond

What we are looking for:
- Broad interest and a desire to learn

- PhD in a relevant scientific or clinical discipline; postdoctoral experience is preferred

- Previous editorial experience is an advantage but is not required
- A talent for clear communication
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
- Interest in digital communication and publishing trends
- Critical thinking skills and enthusiasm for learning about new areas of research
- The ability to work successfully both independently and in a diverse global team

This is a full-time in-house editorial position based in our offices in Cambridge, MA, USA. We are also open to candidates who would be based in our other office locations (London/Oxford UK, Amsterdam NL, Shanghai/Beijing/Shenzhen China). Cell Press offers an attractive salary and benefits package and a stimulating working environment.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter indicating your reasons for being interesting in this role. Applications will be held in the strictest of confidence.

About Cell Press:

Cell Press, which is part of Elsevier, is a dynamic, interactive, diverse, and creative scientific community located in the heart of Cambridge, MA, and with further offices in the UK, the Netherlands, and China. With 100+ PhD scientists, a forward-looking and experienced editorial support and digital production team, a results-driven marketing and press office, and a vibrant commercial partnership group, Cell Press aims to facilitate effective scientific exchange and is a leader in communicating the most important scientific findings.

Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals across the life, physical, earth, and health sciences, both independently and in partnership with scientific societies. Our story began in 1974 with the journal Cell and a commitment to publishing exciting biology. Today, we are bringing our editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach and visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration as we work to publish and share science that inspires.

About Elsevier:

Elsevier is a global information analytics business that helps institutions and professionals progress science, advance healthcare and improve performance for the benefit of humanity. We help researchers make new discoveries, collaborate with their colleagues, and give them the knowledge they need to find funding. We help governments and universities evaluate and improve their research strategies. We help doctors save lives, providing insight for physicians to find the right clinical answers, and we support nurses and other healthcare professionals throughout their careers. Elsevier provides digital solutions and tools in the areas of strategic research management, R&D performance, clinical decision support, and professional education; including ScienceDirect, Scopus, SciVal, ClinicalKey and Sherpath. Elsevier publishes over 2,500 digitized journals, including The Lancet and Cell, more than 35,000 e-book titles and many iconic reference works, including Gray's Anatomy. Elsevier is part of RELX Group, a global provider of information and analytics for professionals and business customers across industries. Elsevier employs over 7,000 people in more than 70 offices worldwide. We are an employer of choice, attracting and developing talented and creative people who thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package as well as a real opportunity for career growth in a growing organization.

Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact 1.877.734.1938 or accommodations@relx.com.

Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, that individual should please contact 1.877.734.1938 or accommodations@relx.com.

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