Trends Editor, Trends in Molecular Medicine

RELX INC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global information and analytics provider is seeking a full-time Trends Editor for Trends in Molecular Medicine. This role involves developing commentary and review articles, managing the peer review process, and building relationships in the scientific community. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in molecular medicine or related fields and possess strong interpersonal and time management skills. Excellent benefits, including generous holiday allowance and private medical benefits, are offered for this position based in the UK.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Health screening and private medical benefits

Life assurance

Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• PhD with a focus on aspects of molecular medicine, physiology or translational science.
• Post-doctoral training is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work impartially, individually, and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Identify key authors and research topics.
• Commission and manage a pipeline of high-quality articles.
• Manage the peer review and editorial process.
• Edit manuscripts for scientific message.

Skills

Enthusiastic interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Organizational skills

Passion for science

Education

PhD in molecular medicine or related field

Job description

Trends Editor, Trends in Molecular Medicine

Location: UK, Netherlands, and Spain offices

About our Team

Trends in Molecular Medicine is a “must read” journal at the interface between basic biology and clinical research. A source for concise, accessible articles on the latest research covering new concepts in mechanisms of human biology and pathology with clear implications for diagnostics and therapeutics.

About the Role

The full-time Editor of Trends in Molecular Medicine will be responsible for developing the very best commentary, correspondence, and review articles. This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of scientific communication. This role is open at the Trends Editor level to applicants based near our UK, Netherlands, and Spain offices.

Please include your CV and a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position and how your skills and knowledge could contribute to your success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Identify key authors and research topics where a review or short overview will benefit the research community.
• Commission and manage a pipeline of high-quality articles across the breadth of the field.
• Manage the peer review and editorial process.
• Edit manuscripts for scientific message.
• Build dedicated relationships in the wider scientific community.
• Devise and execute strategy for your journal.
• Collaborate with colleagues in other departments and units across the organization.
• Execute data-driven innovation and experimentation to the benefit of your journal community’s needs.

Requirements

• PhD with a focus on aspects of molecular medicine, physiology or translational science, or a related field. Post‑doctoral training is beneficial but not required.
• Passion for science and scientific communication.
• Enthusiastic interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work impartially, individually, and proactively.
• A can‑do attitude, strategic mindset, and solution orientation.

Benefits

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
• Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Travel Season ticket loan
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Optional Dental Insurance
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 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 employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
• Access to extensive learning and development resources
• Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work

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. What you do every day will help advance science and healthcare to advance human progress.

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 or please contact 1‑855‑833‑5120.

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.