Scientific Editor, Physics Journal, Cell Press
Are you interested in a career as a scientific editor?
Are you excited to work for a new journal serving the global community of physicists?
About our Team
Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals across life, physical, earth and health sciences. We bring editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach, visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.
Cell Press is launching a broad-scope and prestigious new journal to serve physics researchers. The journal will sit alongside our top-tier Cell Press physical science journals (including Chem, Joule, Matter and Device). It will serve global researchers, spanning contemporary physics fields and publishing influential research.
About the Role
We are recruiting 2 scientific editors to be part of this exciting new journal. They will have the unique opportunity to help shape a prominent and vibrant journal, championing their communities.
The roles will report to the Editor in Chief and will contribute establishing the new journal as a sought-after venue to publish the most impactful research. They will handle submitted manuscripts, handling the peer review and all stages of the editorial process up to acceptance, as well as commission and write content.
We are looking for scientists with a PhD in physics. Desirable expertise includes condensed matter, quantum information, optics and photonics, biophysics.
These are full-time roles and can be based in in Cambridge MA USA; London or Oxford UK; Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Beijing, Shanghai or Shenzhen, China. We are open to considering other locations on a case-by-case basis.
Responsibilities
Requirements
How to Apply
Please attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your reasons for interest in the position. We will consider applications on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.
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We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. With an average length of service of 9 years, we are confident that 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 with us
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to help you succeed. Here, you will find an inclusive, agile, collaborative, innovative and fun environment, where everyone has a part to play. Regardless of the team you join, we promote a diverse environment with co-workers who are passionate about what they do, and how they do it.
At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career, as this role is global, benefits may vary according to your location. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
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