Associate Scientific Editor
About The Position
Cell Press is launching a new journal, Cell Press Blue, as its premium open access offering. This multidisciplinary journal will be central to the Cell Press portfolio, showcasing the best of its flagship journals and bridging to the Cell Reports series. The Associate Scientific Editor will join the team to support the journal's rapid development, working closely with the Editor-in-Chief for physical science. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape a prominent new journal, manage relationships with sister journals, develop journal content areas, and drive new initiatives.
Requirements
- Proven research expertise relevant to physical science.
- Ability to effectively network and communicate with national and international researchers.
- Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- A background in material science would be beneficial but not essential.
Responsibilities
- Developing and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, members of the production, marketing, press and advertising teams.
- Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal.
- Developing a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.
- Drawing on and develop a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.
- Traveling extensively to attend relevant conferences and visit leading research institutes.
- Playing an important role supporting the wider research ecosystem at Cell Press.
Benefits
- Shared parental leave
- Study assistance
- Sabbaticals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
