Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences)
Location: Boston, London, Shanghai
About our Team
Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles such as Cell, Cancer Cell, and Chem as well as our premium open‑access journal Cell Press Blue. We bring editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach, visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.
About the Role
Cell Press has recently launched a new journal, Cell Press Blue, to serve as its premium open‑access offering. The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary and reflecting the best of all our flagship journals while providing a vital bridge to our Cell Reports series.
We are seeking a Scientific Editor to join the team and help nurture its rapid development. Working closely with the Editor in Chief for life and health sciences, the new Editor will have the unique opportunity to shape a prominent and vibrant new journal. The new editor will be the primary point of contact with one or more of our sister journals, develop multiple areas in the journal, and drive new initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and foster partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, and with the production, marketing, press, and advertising teams.
- Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal.
- Develop a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.
- Draw on and develop a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.
- Travel extensively to attend relevant conferences and visit leading research institutes.
- Play an important role supporting the wider research ecosystem at Cell Press.
Requirements
- Have proven research expertise relevant to life and health sciences; a background in immunology or oncology would be beneficial but is not essential.
- Have existing editorial experience.
- Be able to effectively network and communicate with national and international researchers.
- Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.
- Display excellent written and oral communication skills.
Benefits
U.S. National Base Pay Range: $71,600 – $119,400. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.
This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long‑term goals.
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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