Senior Scientific Editor, Materials Science

RXinsider LTD.; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Cell Press is seeking a Scientific Editor to join the Matter team and shape its direction in materials science. You will evaluate submissions, curate impactful content, and help identify opportunities for transfers within the Cell Press portfolio.

The role requires a PhD, excellent English communication, and strong editorial experience. You will build a global research network, travel to conferences, and collaborate with marketing, production, and other editorial teams to advance Matter's growth.

Qualifications

• PhD in a field relevant to Matter's scope (materials science, physical chemistry, condensed matter physics).
• Excellent written and oral communication in English.
• Editorial experience preferred; strong research background considered for early-career candidates.

Responsibilities

• Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure scientific quality and significance.
• Develop a cohesive, impactful journal and reflect Matter's scope.
• Coordinate at least one special issue per year with the editorial team.
• Expand a network of leading researchers to attract high-quality submissions.
• Identify manuscripts suitable for transfer or commissioning across Cell Press journals; act as ambassador for Matter's fields.
• Travel to relevant conferences or research institutes to build community and promote Matter.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production to support growth targets and strategy.
• Foster productive relationships with other editorial teams across Cell Press.

Skills

Editorial evaluation

English communication

International networking

Experience with AI tools

Education

PhD in materials science or related field

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Cell Press is seeking a Scientific Editor to join the Matter team and shape its direction in materials science. You will evaluate submissions, curate impactful content, and help identify opportunities for transfers within the Cell Press portfolio.

The role requires a PhD, excellent English communication, and strong editorial experience. You will build a global research network, travel to conferences, and collaborate with marketing, production, and other editorial teams to advance Matter's growth.