Cross-Journal Editor, Life & Medical Sciences

Elsevier; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Parental leave

Study assistance

Sabbaticals

Job summary

Elsevier's Cell Press seeks a Cross-Journal Editor for the Life and Medical Science portfolio. You will engage editors and authors across journals to publish cutting-edge research, guiding publication decisions and improving editorial processes in a globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes flexibility, collaboration across time zones, and a strong focus on science communication and publishing trends. A Ph.D. in life or medical sciences is required.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline within the life or medical sciences.
• Ability to distill complex concepts and communicate them.
• Willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research.
• Strong communication and publishing trend interest.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration across time zones and countries.
• Flexible and creative work approach to enhance author service.

Responsibilities

• Assess submitted research papers and oversee the peer review and editorial process.
• Guide authors through various aspects of the publishing process.
• Support authors’ publishing decisions related to transfer between journals.
• Build effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond.
• Represent Cell Press at scientific meetings and visits to research institutions.
• Improve on the editorial process for editors and reviewers.
• Contribute to broader Cell Press initiatives to shape the future of science communication.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Creativity

Education

Ph.D. in life/medical sciences

Job description

Elsevier's Cell Press seeks a Cross-Journal Editor for the Life and Medical Science portfolio. You will engage editors and authors across journals to publish cutting-edge research, guiding publication decisions and improving editorial processes in a globally distributed team.

The role emphasizes flexibility, collaboration across time zones, and a strong focus on science communication and publishing trends. A Ph.D. in life or medical sciences is required.