Scientific Editor | Journal of Experimental Medicine

Rockefeller University•New York, NY

23d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Scientific Editor works with the Executive Editor, other 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). The role oversees editorial assessment and peer review for submitted manuscripts, managing a select group of manuscripts and invited front matter articles through publication. The editor evaluates research findings, coordinates with academic editors and referees, handles author appeals and rebuttals, and ensures published work follows JEM’s formatting, reporting, and editorial policies. The position also commissions and edits Spotlight and People & Ideas articles, recruits research submissions, and contributes to journal promotion, competitor analysis, and strategy. The position reports to the JEM Executive Editor. The Rockefeller University Press is located in New York, NY, and follows a hybrid work schedule. Regular travel to scientific meetings and research institutions is required.

Requirements

PhD in a biomedical discipline or related area.
Strong interest in scientific publishing and publication ethics.
Ability to travel regularly to scientific meetings and research institutions.
Exceptional communication skills and superb attention to detail.
For the Senior Scientific Editor position, two or more years of full-time editorial experience.

Nice To Haves

Postdoctoral experience.
Experience in cancer immunology or cancer immunotherapy research, or specific knowledge of those areas.

Responsibilities

Conduct editorial assessments of primary research manuscripts submitted to JEM, including managing peer review and publication of a select group of manuscripts and invited front matter articles.
Summarize manuscript research findings and provide an initial editorial evaluation.
Collaborate with JEM academic Monitoring Editors throughout editorial assessment, peer review, and publication decisions.
Identify three suitable referees for manuscripts sent for review and thoroughly evaluate referee critiques in light of JEM’s publication standards.
Handle appeals and rebuttal communications with authors.
Stay current with cutting-edge scientific developments, including conceptual and technical advances.
Recommend transfer of declined manuscripts to sister journals, including Life Science Alliance, where appropriate.
Discuss manuscript handling, communication style, and decision parameters regularly with the Executive Editor.
Ensure published manuscripts comply with JEM formatting and reporting guidelines and policies.
Commission and handle or edit Spotlight and People & Ideas articles.
Recruit high-quality research articles for JEM.
Assemble collections for distribution in conjunction with conferences and meetings.
Commission and curate cover art submissions.
Contribute to the annual JEM competitor analysis and strategy meeting.
Analyze JEM and competitor-journal publications in a selected subject area and present an assessment of JEM’s strengths and weaknesses in that area.
Contribute to discussions about improving JEM’s visibility and attracting high-quality manuscripts in underrepresented subject areas.