Editor-in-Chief, The Lancet Rheumatology

Editor-in-Chief, The Lancet Rheumatology

Pay Competitive

Location London/England

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: R61623

In-house Editor-in-Chief
Do you enjoy using science to drive change in the world?
Would you like to work on the leading clinical Rheumatology journal?

About our Team

The Lancet Rheumatology is part of The Lancet’s family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing the best science for better lives. We are an international team handling high-quality research, reviews, and commentaries to drive thought leadership in the rheumatology field.

About the Role

As an in-house Editor-in-Chief, you are a subject expert who will oversee the creation and publication of original material for the journal. You will take ownership of submissions and all aspects of peer review to ensure we publish high-quality content.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day editorial handling of papers and peer-review and drive the editorial strategy of The Lancet Rheumatology
• Direct line management of Deputy Editor and Senior Editor
• Develop and maintain relationships with our global rheumatology community to attract high-quality research to the journal
• Attend conferences and events to represent the journal, keep up to date with current developments in the field, and identify potential topics of interest
• Write editorials and other content for the journal as required
• Help develop new initiatives for future development of the journal
• Participate in projects across The Lancet Group and, on occasion, with Elsevier and RELX

Requirements

• A medical degree or a PhD in a related subject field with postdoctoral research experience
• Extensive editorial experience, at Editor or other senior level, with a good understanding of all aspects of the editorial process, journal production, and of running an editorial team
• Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of biological and medical sciences, and broader social issues pertaining to the field of rheumatology
• Ability to engage, influence and build relationships with external stakeholders, including medical and research professionals, a range of internal teams, and members of the media
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently to demanding press deadlines
• Excellent command of the English language and the ability to write in an engaging and interesting manner
• Proficient with IT systems including MS Office

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, family leave, and tuition reimbursement, we will help you meet both your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.

• Working remotely from home and at our office in a hybrid working style
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you work in the day

Working with us

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative, and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play.

Working for you

At Elsevier, 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:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
• Wellbeing programs
• Life assurance
• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Travel Season ticket loan
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
• RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
• Access to extensive learning and development resources
• Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work

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