Scientific Editor | Journal of Experimental Medicine

Rockefeller University•New York, NY

60d•$78,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Scientific Editor works in collaboration with Executive Editor, Scientific Editors, and academic Monitoring Editors to attract and identify high-quality primary research articles in the diverse fields covered by the Journal of Experimental Medicine (JEM) and manages peer-review of select manuscripts, without missing deadlines or need for supervision.

Requirements

PhD in a biomedical discipline or related area is required
Strong interest in scientific publishing and publication ethics
Ability to engage in regular travel to attend scientific meetings and to visit research institutions
Exceptional communication skills and superb attention to detail
Two or more years of editorial experience is required for Senior Scientific Editor position

Nice To Haves

Postdoctoral experience strongly preferred
Experience in cancer immunology or cancer immunotherapy research, or specific knowledge of those areas, is preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts editorial assessment of primary research manuscripts submitted to JEM, including managing the peer-review and publication of a select group of manuscripts and of invited front matter articles for JEM
Summarizes research findings presented in the manuscript and provides initial editorial evaluation of the manuscript
Collaborates with JEM academic Monitoring Editors throughout the editorial and peer-review process, from initial evaluation to acceptance of publication
Identifies three suitable referees for manuscripts being sent out to review and performs a thorough evaluation of referee critiques keeping in mind JEMs bar for publication
Handles any associated appeals and rebuttal communications with authors
Stays up to date with cutting-edge scientific developments, both conceptual and technical
Recommends transfer of declined manuscripts to sister journals, including Life Science Alliance, where appropriate
Engages in regular discussion with Executive Editor to refine manuscript handling, communication style, and decision parameters
Ensures that published manuscripts are accordance with JEM's formatting and reporting guidelines and policies
All Scientific Editors are responsible for commissioning and handling/editing Spotlight and People & Ideas articles
Recruit high quality research articles to JEM
Puts together collections to be distributed in conjunction with conferences and meetings
Commissions and curates cover art submissions
Contributes to annual JEM competitor analysis and strategy meeting
Analyzes publications in JEM and JEM-competitor journals in selected subject area (as determined by the Executive Editor) and presents their analysis of the strengths and weakness of JEM in each of these areas
Contributes to discussion on how to improve JEM's visibility in and attract high quality manuscripts in subject areas not well represented in the journal