Associate Scientific Editor/ Scientific Editor

RELX International; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Flexible Working Pattern

Travel to conferences

Mobility and relocation support

Job summary

Elsevier's iScience editor role seeks a PhD holder with strong coding and data science background to manage submissions and peer review. You will engage with researchers across CS, EE, and related fields and contribute to open science initiatives.

The position offers a flexible hybrid pattern with opportunities to collaborate globally. The ideal candidate brings a solid publication track record, teamwork skills, and a willingness to travel for conferences and outreach.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field with published research.
• Strong coding experience and ability to develop algorithms.
• Familiarity with editorial/publishing workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and provide feedback on manuscripts in CS, EE, data science, ML, and related fields.
• Manage author service and oversee the peer review process.
• Build relationships with scientists and recruit exciting papers.
• Travel to conferences and academic institutes.
• Strengthen journal visibility and participate in strategic planning.

Skills

Coding experience

Algorithm development

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Editorial process understanding

Education

PhD in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Applied Mathematics / Data Science / Information Science

Job description

Do you have PHD degree?

Would you like to use your PhD and experience as an author to support researchers in scholarly publication?

About Team

iScience is a peer-reviewed journal from Cell Press that provides a platform for original research in the life, physical, earth, social, and health sciences. We aim to fuel interdisciplinary thinking and consider research with significant contribution to a relevant field combined with robust results and underlying methodology.

About The Role

We are seeking an editor with strong background in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or Information Science, or a related field to join our editorial team. In this role, you will help shape the journal by managing submissions, coordinating peer review, and engaging with the scientific community. You will work closely with a collaborative team dedicated to advancing open science and interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and provide constructive feedback on submitted manuscripts and research papers in computer science, electrical engineering, data science, machine learning, and related fields.
• Providing outstanding author service and overseeing the peer review process.
• Establishing relationships with scientists in physical science area through outreach to research communities and recruit exciting papers.
• Traveling to scientific conferences and visit academic institutes.
• Strengthening and building the visibility and reputation of the journal.
• Contributing to strategic planning and journal development with the editorial team.
• Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond.
• Contributing to broader Cell Press initiatives to shape the future of science communication.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have a PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or Information Science, or a related field.
• Have research experience in a relevant field and a broad scientific interest, with a track record of peer-reviewed publications, and with strong hands-on experience in coding, algorithm development, engineering principles, and analytical skills.
• Previous editorial experience, with a good understanding of all aspects of the journal publishing process, would be an added advantage but not an requirement.
• Utilize critical thinking and the willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with a collaborative problem-solving mindset.
• Interest in engaging with the scientific community.
• Able to work successfully both independently and in a diverse global team.
• The designation will be based on experience and interview performance.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. 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 remotely from home or in our office in a flexible hybrid pattern
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you work in the day

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:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.
• Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.
• Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
• Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.
• Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.
• Medical Screening: Your well-being is a top priority.
• Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
• Long-Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.
• New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.
• Subsidized Meals in Chennai: Enjoy delicious meals at discounted rates.
• Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.
• Free Transport pick up and drop from the home -office - home (applies in Chennai)

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.

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits.