Associate Scientific Editor, Polymer chemist

Elsevier

Amsterdam

Hybrid

EUR 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans and benefits

Modern Family Benefits

Life assurance and accident policies

Comprehensive pension and retirement plans

Access to learning and development resources

Job summary

A leading publishing company is seeking an Associate Scientific Editor specializing in polymer chemistry in Amsterdam. This role involves assessing manuscript submissions, managing the peer-review process, and engaging with researchers. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry, proven expertise in polymer synthesis, and excellent communication skills. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

Proven expertise in polymer synthesis, materials characterization, and properties.
Passion for fundamental research and strong interest in communicating science.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

Assess manuscript submissions and manage the peer-review process.
Engage with the scientific community through conferences and visits.
Support the launch of Chem Circularity journal.

Skills

Proven expertise in polymer synthesis

Materials characterization

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Job description

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About the Role

We are looking for a polymer chemist to join the editorial team of Chem as an Associate Scientific Editor.

Chem is a leading chemistry journal and flagship chemistry publication at Cell Press. It provides a unified home for landmark fundamental and applied studies, reviews, commentaries across all chemistry disciplines and interfaces to other sciences: chemistry that inspires, solves big problems, and drives change.

This entry-level role is designed for those pursuing a career in publishing. You will assess manuscript submissions, manage the peer-review process, and ensure articles are rigorous, relevant, and impactful. You will also engage with researchers to expand the journal’s network of authors and readers, travel to international conferences, and visit research institutes.

A unique aspect of this role is dedicating up to 50% of your time to support the launch of a new journal, Chem Circularity, a spin-out from Chem. You will also work closely with colleagues across Operations, Production, Marketing, and other editorial teams in physical sciences and sustainability, embracing a One Cell Press ethos.

This is an exciting opportunity to help develop a leading chemistry journal further while supporting the successful launch of a new title and contributing to the broader Cell Press journal portfolio. Join an inclusive, supportive, passionate, and fun international team, play an essential role in serving the scientific community, and make an impact with your unique personal approach.

This position is based in one of our European offices (Oxford, London, or Amsterdam) with flexible working options.

Responsibilities

Reading, assessing, and triaging submissions;
Finding referees and managing the peer-review process;
Making editorial decisions (accept/reject/transfer) and writing decision letters;
Recruiting research articles and commissioning reviews and opinion pieces;
Engaging with the scientific community (conferences, institutional visits, calls);
Working up to 50% of the time on Chem Circularity, initially;
Supporting other Cell Press titles with submission transfers, content recruitment, and promotion;
Collaborating with Marketing on strategies and campaigns;
Supporting Editorial Operations and Production with manuscript handling and publication;
Contributing to social media posts and writing short editorial pieces.

Requirements

Proven expertise in polymer synthesis, materials characterization, and properties;
Additional experience in related or unrelated areas of research is a plus (sustainability, circularity, upcycling/recycling, catalysis, other chemistry disciplines, biology);
Passion for fundamental research and strong interest in communicating science;
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
Availability to travel within Europe multiple times a year.

How to apply

Please apply via the link and submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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 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

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career, as this role is global, benefits may vary according to your location. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

Health care plans and benefits
Modern Family Benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
Life assurance and accident policies
Comprehensive pension and retirement plans
Access to learning and development resources
Your recruiter will advise you on the benefits package for your location

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.

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