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Editor-in-Chief, Cell Biotech

RemitlyMedford, MA
$95,300 - $190,500Hybrid

About The Position

Cell Press is launching a prestigious, field-shaping new journal to serve biotechnology researchers. The journal will sit alongside top-tier Cell Press journals, including Cell, and will serve global researchers spanning biotechnology, publishing influential research. The Editor-in-Chief will have the unique opportunity to shape a prominent and vibrant journal, leading an editorial team according to their creative vision. As a respected member of the biotechnology research community, the Editor-in-Chief will create a high-impact journal grounded in a strong understanding of the needs of international authors, readers, and reviewers. This is a full-time editorial position.

Requirements

  • Proven biotechnology research expertise and a broad interest in research across the scope of the journal.
  • A deep network of international researchers within the scope of the journal, paired with a proven ability to engage with and influence.
  • Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.
  • Proven organizational, project management, leadership, and teamwork skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Extensive Editorial experience is valued.
  • Interested applicants with a current academic assignment but are seeking new challenges in Editorial/Publishing are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Defining the aims, scope, and formats for the journal, and developing a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.
  • Drawing on an impressive network of leading researchers to attract world-leading article submissions.
  • Traveling extensively to engage with the research community, including attending conferences and visiting research institutes.
  • Recruiting and having managerial responsibilities for in-house editorial team members.
  • Coordinating the rigorous evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal, as a forum for the best research, analysis and ideas.
  • Developing and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, as well as members of our Operations, Marketing and Press teams.
  • Contributing to the overall publishing strategy of Cell Press.

Benefits

  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • Shared parental leave
  • Study assistance
  • Sabbaticals
  • Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement benefits: 401(k) with match and Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Wellbeing: wellness platform, Headspace subscription, and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Insurance: short- and long-term disability, life, accidental death, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
  • Family benefits: parental leave, adoption, and surrogacy support
  • Savings accounts: HSA, FSA, dependent care, and commuter benefits
  • Paid time off, plus volunteer and Employee Resource Group participation days

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