Elsevier
Elsevier is hiring: Scientific Editor, Cell in Cambridge
Elsevier, Cambridge, MA, United States
Scientific Editor- Cell
Are you interested in tumor immunology, cancer biology, clinical/translational research?
Are you a passionate, mission-driven team player who is excited about science and scientific publishing?
About our Team
Launched in 1974, Cell is the flagship journal of Cell Press. The scope of Cell is broad, and we publish exciting advances that range from the molecular to the clinical across several different topic areas within the life and biomedical sciences. Cell editors engage with the scientific community to catalyze scientific discovery and promote discourse. We provide scientists with valuable perspectives and candid feedback to help make their work clear, rigorous, and transparent so that readers can understand, trust, and build upon that work. We believe that science can have powerful and positive impacts on the environment, planet, human health and society, so we aim to enable science and scientists, whoever and wherever they are. This position is based out of Cambridge, Massachusetts. We are open to flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
Cell has an opening for a scientific editor. We invite you to apply to join our editorial team! This position is open to editors at entry (where no editorial experience is needed) as well as more senior levels.
Responsibilities
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. 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 know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
Salary Range
To be added when data can be disclosed.
Elsevier is 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. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy.
Are you interested in tumor immunology, cancer biology, clinical/translational research?
Are you a passionate, mission-driven team player who is excited about science and scientific publishing?
About our Team
Launched in 1974, Cell is the flagship journal of Cell Press. The scope of Cell is broad, and we publish exciting advances that range from the molecular to the clinical across several different topic areas within the life and biomedical sciences. Cell editors engage with the scientific community to catalyze scientific discovery and promote discourse. We provide scientists with valuable perspectives and candid feedback to help make their work clear, rigorous, and transparent so that readers can understand, trust, and build upon that work. We believe that science can have powerful and positive impacts on the environment, planet, human health and society, so we aim to enable science and scientists, whoever and wherever they are. This position is based out of Cambridge, Massachusetts. We are open to flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
Cell has an opening for a scientific editor. We invite you to apply to join our editorial team! This position is open to editors at entry (where no editorial experience is needed) as well as more senior levels.
Responsibilities
- Evaluating and making decisions on research papers submitted to Cell.
- Working with authors and reviewers to publish exciting science across a range of topic areas.
- Engaging with the scientific community in their labs and at conferences. Learning about scientific developments, recruiting papers, and establishing relationships.
- Working with the Cell team on editorial processes, decision making and collaborative projects.
- Advocating for science, provide thought leadership, and influence the practice and direction of science and scientific communication.
- Building deep relationships with Cell Press journals on content and collaborative projects.
- Contributing to broader Cell Press and Elsevier initiatives.
- Have a Ph.D. or M.D. with research experience in an area relevant to the journal. We are especially interested in candidates with a background in tumor immunology, cancer biology, clinical and translational research. We are open to all backgrounds covered by the scope of the journal. Prior editorial experience is not necessary but valued.
- Display broad interests, demonstrated love of science, and desire to learn. Understand the diverse science covered by Cell and demonstrate the ability to appreciate the issues and questions that drive different fields.
- Have a talent for clear communication. Help authors make their messaging clear, concise, and compelling. Enable readers understanding of the science is important and how it will impact their work.
- Display exceptional interpersonal skills. Collaboration and networking are core aspects of the job. This includes being a team player able to work as part of a group of editors.
- Demonstrate interest in scientific communication and an understanding of publishing trends.
- Be creative, are willing to experiment, and desire to improve.
- Able to organize, prioritize, and focus.
- Able and willing to travel for business needs such as conferences and institute visits.
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
- Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
- Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
- Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
Salary Range
To be added when data can be disclosed.
Elsevier is 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. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy.