Cross-Journal Editor - Life & Medical Sciences (Flexible Hours)

Nashville Public Radio; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Wellbeing initiatives

Parental leave

Study assistance

Sabbaticals

Country-specific benefits

Job summary

Elsevier is seeking a Cross-Journal Editor for the Life and Medical Science portfolio. You will work with editors and authors across Cell Press journals to optimize publishing success and engage with researchers at meetings and visits to institutions.

The role requires a Ph.D. in life or medical sciences, strong scientific communication, and the ability to collaborate across time zones. Flexible work arrangements are considered, with preference for Massachusetts-based candidates.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in life or medical sciences.
• Strong ability to distill complex concepts for a broad audience.
• Willingness to learn across Cell Press journals and topics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across time zones and disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assess submitted research papers and oversee peer review and editorial processes.
• Guide authors through publishing steps and journal transfers.
• Build relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond.
• Represent Cell Press at meetings and research visits; engage with researchers across topics.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Science communication

Adaptability

Editorial process

Education

Ph.D. in life or medical sciences

Tools

Editorial workflows

Job description

Elsevier is seeking a Cross-Journal Editor for the Life and Medical Science portfolio. You will work with editors and authors across Cell Press journals to optimize publishing success and engage with researchers at meetings and visits to institutions.

The role requires a Ph.D. in life or medical sciences, strong scientific communication, and the ability to collaborate across time zones. Flexible work arrangements are considered, with preference for Massachusetts-based candidates.