Cross-Journal Life & Medical Editor: Accelerate Science

RX Brasil; Medford (MA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsevier's Cell Press is seeking a Cross-Journal Editor for the Life and Medical Science portfolio, to work directly with the scientific community, editors and authors across journals. The role blends editorial stewardship with innovative publishing initiatives and flexible work arrangements.

You will assess manuscripts, guide authors through the review process, support transfers between journals, build relationships with researchers, and help shape the future of science communication as part of

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in a life or medical sciences field.
• Ability to distill complex concepts and communicate clearly.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration across time zones and countries.
• Willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Critical thinking

Science communication

Editorial coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in life or medical sciences

Job description

Elsevier's Cell Press is seeking a Cross-Journal Editor for the Life and Medical Science portfolio, to work directly with the scientific community, editors and authors across journals. The role blends editorial stewardship with innovative publishing initiatives and flexible work arrangements.

You will assess manuscripts, guide authors through the review process, support transfers between journals, build relationships with researchers, and help shape the future of science communication as part of