Associate Scientific Editor

RELX INC; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

RELX INC is seeking an Associate Scientific Editor for Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) based in the Cambridge area, with the opportunity to work across Cell Press journals and collaborate with sister titles. You will develop editorial strategies, evaluate submissions, and help nurture rapid journal growth while building a strong network of leading researchers.

The role emphasizes cross-team partnerships, travel to conferences, and shaping a multidisciplinary, high-impact journal that advances

Qualifications

• Have proven research expertise relevant to physical science, a background in material science would be beneficial but not essential.
• Be able to effectively network and communicate with national and international researchers.
• Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.
• Display excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, members of the production, marketing, press and advertising teams.
• Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal.
• Developing a broad appeal, impactful, and cohesive journal.
• Drawing on and develop a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.
• Traveling extensively to attend relevant conferences and visit leading research institutes.
• Playing an important role supporting the wider research ecosystem at Cell Press.

Skills

Physical science expertise

Networking

Critical thinking

Written communication

Job description

Cambridge, MA

Full time

R116966

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science)

Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam

About our Team

Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles including Cell, Cancer Cell and Chem as well as our premium open access journal Cell Press Blue. We bring editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach, visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.

About the Role

Cell Press has recently launched a new journal, Cell Press Blue, to serve as its premium open access offering. The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will reflect the best of all our flagship journals and provide a vital bridge to our Cell Reports series of journals. We are seeking an Associate Scientific Editor to join the team and help nurture its rapid development. Working closely with the Editor-in-Chief for physical science, the new Editor will have the unique opportunity to shape a prominent and vibrant new journal. The new editor will take responsibility for being the primary point of contact with one or more of our sister journals, develop multiple areas in the journal and drive new initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Developing and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, members of the production, marketing, press and advertising teams.

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• Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal.

• Developing a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.

• Drawing on and develop a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.

• Traveling extensively to attend relevant conferences and visit leading research institutes.

• Playing an important role supporting the wider research ecosystem at Cell Press.

Requirements

• Have proven research expertise relevant to physical science, a background in material science would be beneficial but not essential

• Be able to effectively network and communicate with national and international researchers.

• Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.

• Display excellent written and oral communication skills.

Work in a way that works for you:

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. 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 for you:

Location specific.

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.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $59,200 - $98,600. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.

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

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.

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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.

Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.

Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.