Scientific Editor, Med (Cell Press) Job at Elsevier in Munich

Scientific Editor, Med

Do you enjoy using science to drive change in the world?

Are you passionate about improving health globally?

About our Team

Med is a flagship medical journal published monthly by Cell Press, the global publisher of trusted and authoritative science journals. We are a small and friendly team priding ourselves on offering a personalized service to the authors who publish with us.

This is a full-time editorial position based in one of our Elsevier offices in the US (primary location US Massachusetts), as well as in selected countries in Europe.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in the job and how your skills, knowledge, and background could contribute to the journal with your CV.

About the Role

The Scientific Editor will work collaboratively with the Editor-in-Chief and fellow editors in all aspects of the organization and preparation of the journal. In addition, this Scientific Editor will also work closely with Cell Genomics editorial team.

At Med, we are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. In our pursuit of excellence, we recognize the strength in varied perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the diversity of our Med team, we encourage applications from individuals who bring unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives to the role.

Responsibilities

• Assessing submitted research papers critically, and make editorial recommendations.
• Providing outstanding author service and overseeing the peer review process.
• Establishing relationships with scientists through outreach to medical communities and recruit exciting clinical research.
• Commissioning and editing Review and Perspective articles, as well as other front matter content.
• Commissioning and creating content for the journal homepage, blog and social media outlets.
• Traveling to scientific conferences and visit academic institutes.
• Strengthening and building the visibility and reputation of the journal.
• Contributing to strategic planning and journal development with the Editor-in-Chief.
• Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond.
• Organizing scientific conferences and contribute to Cell Press growth and innovation projects.

Requirements

U.S. National Base Pay Range : $70,200 - $117,100. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates. This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus. 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 Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Wellbeing, Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Family Benefits including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits, Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts, in addition to annual Paid Time Off, up to two days of paid leave each year to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice.

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