Deputy Editor, Staff: Radiology

Radiological Society of North America • Oak Brook, IL

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About The Position

We are seeking a talented professional editor as a fulltime staff position for a PhD-level scientist who applies deep subject-matter expertise and editorial judgment to the evaluation and selection of cutting-edge, peer-reviewed research. The Scientific Deputy Editor works closely with the Editor and academic Deputy Editors, playing a central role in assessing scientific rigor, novelty, and impact in cancer biology, imaging science, and translational research and in shaping the journal’s scientific direction.

Requirements

• PhD or MD required.
• Strong preference for candidates with expertise in cancer biology, translational cancer research, molecular imaging, computational biology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated ability to critically assess research across disciplines.
• Authorship of peer‑reviewed scientific publications required.
• Demonstrated capacity for independent scientific judgment and willingness to take responsibility for editorial recommendations.
• Ability to evaluate novelty, context, and potential impact of research both within and outside one’s immediate area of expertise.
• Commitment to the highest standards of research integrity, ethical publishing, and confidentiality.
• Ability to navigate complex scientific and interpersonal issues with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with academic editors, reviewers, authors, and professional staff.
• Must be willing to travel up to 10%, as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a peer reviewer and/or involvement in editorial activities (e.g., editorial board member, associate editor, or similar roles) is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in scientific publishing, research communication, or editorial decision‑making is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Editor and academic Deputy Editors to evaluate submitted manuscripts and make recommendations regarding revision, acceptance, or rejection, with final decisions made by the Editor.
• Critically assess the scientific rigor, methodological soundness, originality, and significance of submitted research, with particular attention to cancer biology, medical imaging, and translational science.
• Weigh expert reviewer input and exercise independent scientific judgment to arrive at clear, well reasoned editorial recommendations, communicating decisions and rationale professionally in writing and discussion.
• Discuss manuscripts, reviewer feedback, and scientific trends with the editorial board during weekly editorial meetings and at in person meetings as needed.
• Safeguard the scientific credibility of all published content by ensuring compliance with ethical standards, reporting guidelines, and accepted research practices (e.g., study design, validation, transparency, and reproducibility).
• Help shape the journal’s scientific scope by soliciting high impact reviews, editorials, and commentaries, and by identifying emerging areas of importance in cancer research and imaging science.
• Contribute to the journal’s visibility through selective writing or editing of non primary content (e.g., editorials, highlights, or outreach content such as social media), focusing on scientific insight rather than stylistic editing.
• Represent RSNA and its journals at scientific meetings, conferences, and academic institutions, including occasional presentations and interactions with researchers and clinicians.
• Participate in strategic initiatives and special editorial projects aligned with the journal’s mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree