Scientific Editor

Elsevier Inc. Company; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Matter Cell Press is seeking a Scientific Editor to join the Matter team and help shape the scientific direction of the journal, expand its community, and represent its disciplines across the Cell Press portfolio.

Reporting to the Editor in Chief, you will handle editorial evaluation, develop a cohesive journal, coordinate annual special issues, and help route high‑quality manuscripts to other Cell Press journals while building an influential materials science network.

Qualifications

• PhD in a field relevant to Matter's scope (materials science preferred).
• Editorial experience and ability to evaluate submissions are essential.
• Excellent written and oral English communication.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure scientific quality and significance.
• Developing a cohesive, impactful, and forward-looking journal that reflects Matter's scope.
• Coordinating at least one special issue per year in collaboration with the editorial team.
• Drawing on a network of leading researchers to attract influential submissions to Matter and the Cell Press portfolio.
• Identifying outstanding manuscripts for transfer or commissioning across Cell Press journals.
• Traveling to conferences and research institutes to build community and promote Matter.
• Collaborating with sales, marketing, and production to support growth targets.
• Fostering relationships with other editorial teams across the Cell Press portfolio.

Skills

Editorial evaluation

Networking

English communication

Education

PhD in materials science or related field

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Scientific Editor, Matter Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship titles such as Cell, Joule, and Matter, and a growing portfolio of discipline-leading journals spanning the life, physical, and applied sciences. We bring editorial excellence, a commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach and visibility, and a passion for scientific advocacy to all areas of exploration.

About the Role

Matter is the flagship materials science title from Cell Press, continuing to grow in influence since its launch in 2019, publishing work that reflects the entirety of the materials science community. We are seeking a Scientific Editor to join the Matter team and contribute to its continued development as a leading venue for materials science. Working closely with and reporting to the Editor in Chief of Matter, the new editor will help shape the scientific direction of the journal, expand its community, and represent the fields the growing Matter family of titles serves across the broader Cell Press portfolio. In addition to handling editorial responsibilities for Matter, this editor will play an active role in identifying and routing high-quality manuscripts to other Cell Press journals.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the scientific quality and broader significance of published work.
• Developing a cohesive, impactful, and forward-looking journal that reflects Matter's scope.
• Coordinating at least one special issue per year in collaboration with the editorial team.
• Drawing on and expanding a network of leading researchers to attract influential submissions to Matter and the wider Cell Press portfolio.
• Identifying outstanding materials science manuscripts suitable for transfer or commissioning across Cell Press journals, and acting as an ambassador for these fields throughout the organization.
• Traveling to relevant conferences and research institutes to build community, identify emerging science, and promote Matter.
• Collaborating with colleagues across sales, marketing, and production to support the journal's growth targets and strategic objectives.
• Fostering productive relationships with other editorial teams across the Cell Press portfolio.

Requirements

• A PhD in a field relevant to Matter's scope; preferably a strong background in materials science, although candidates with expertise in highly relevant tangential areas (i.e., physical chemistry, condensed matter physics) are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with emerging AI tools a plus, but not necessary.
• Prior editorial experience is preferred; exceptional early-career candidates with a strong research background will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to think conceptually and critically across a broad range of scientific and technical topics.
• Strong existing networks within materials research communities, with the ability to engage effectively with researchers at all career stages and across international boundaries.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $71,600 - $119,400. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

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