Editor-in-Chief, Device — Lead a Global Research Journal

RELX Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Wellbeing platform

Insurance coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

RELX Group's Cell Press is seeking an Editor-in-Chief to guide Device through its next chapter, shaping aims, scope and formats while leading the editorial team to deliver high-impact research.

The role requires a broad international research network, strategic thinking, and outstanding communication skills, with extensive editorial leadership and travel to engage the global research community and strengthen partnerships across Cell Press and the wider RELX Group.

Qualifications

• Have proven research expertise and a broad interest in research across the scope of Device.
• Have 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.
• Have proven organizational, project management, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Display excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Extensive Editorial experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Continuing the shape the aims, scope, priorities and formats for the journal to ensure it remains impactful, topical, cohesive and of broad appeal.
• Having managerial responsibilities for the in-house editorial team, and 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.
• Drawing on an impressive global network of leading researchers to attract world-leading article submissions.
• Traveling extensively to engage with the global research community and build networks, including through attending conferences and visiting research institutes.
• 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.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Project management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Networking

Job description

RELX Group's Cell Press is seeking an Editor-in-Chief to guide Device through its next chapter, shaping aims, scope and formats while leading the editorial team to deliver high-impact research.

The role requires a broad international research network, strategic thinking, and outstanding communication skills, with extensive editorial leadership and travel to engage the global research community and strengthen partnerships across Cell Press and the wider RELX Group.