Senior Scientific Editor, Cell Reports

About the Role

The Senior Scientific Editor will be closely involved in all editorial aspects of the journal. You will take ownership of overseeing submissions and peer review to ensure we publish high-quality content. You will build relationships with experts in the community to disseminate and discuss their research. You will be a mentor for other members of the Cell Reports team. This is a full-time editorial position. It can be based in proximity to our offices in Cambridge, MA United States, London, or Shanghai, China. The benefits listed are for US based applicants in proximity to our Cambridge, MA United States office.

R esponsibilities

Overseeing the peer review and publication process of a rapidly growing open access journal

Working with the team of editors to build and develop content

Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond

Engaging with the scientific community in their labs and at conferences. Learning about scientific developments, recruiting papers, and establishing relationships.

Advocating for science, provide thought leadership, and influence the practice and direction of science and scientific communication.

Requirements

Have PhD or other relevant doctoral degree.

Display broad scientific interests and a passion for helping scientists publish their results

Have exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize, focus, and achieve desired goals.

Showcase creativity, willingness to experiment, and desire to improve.

Are researcher focused and attentive with good written and verbal communication skills

Have excellent interactive, team working skills as well as the ability to work independently.

Have good understanding of digital communication, publishing trends and open access publishing.

Able and willing to travel for business needs such as conferences and institute visits.

Display exceptional interpersonal skills. Collaboration and networking are core aspects of the job. This includes being a team player able to work as part of a group of editors.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work / life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer

Health plan benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Benefits

Various Leave Programs

Educational Assistance

Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Paid Vacation

Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice