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Associate Scientific Editor

Elsevier
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/25/2026
Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science)

Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam

About Our Team

Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles including Cell, Cancer Cell and Chem as well as our premium open access journal Cell Press Blue. We bring editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach, visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.

About The Role

Cell Press has recently launched a new journal, Cell Press Blue, to serve as its premium open access offering. The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will reflect the best of all our flagship journals and provide a vital bridge to our Cell Reports series of journals. We are seeking an Associate Scientific Editor to join the team and help nurture its rapid development. Working closely with the Editor-in-Chief for physical science, the new Editor will have the unique opportunity to shape a prominent and vibrant new journal. The new editor will take responsibility for being the primary point of contact with one or more of our sister journals, develop multiple areas in the journal and drive new initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Developing and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, members of the production, marketing, press and advertising teams.
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  • Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal.
  • Developing a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.
  • Drawing on and develop a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.
  • Traveling extensively to attend relevant conferences and visit leading research institutes.
  • Playing an important role supporting the wider research ecosystem at Cell Press.

Requirements

  • Have proven research expertise relevant to physical science, a background in material science would be beneficial but not essential
  • Be able to effectively network and communicate with national and international researchers.
  • Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.
  • Display excellent written and oral communication skills.

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 For You

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About The Business

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

U.S. National Base Pay Range: $59,200 - $98,600. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location.

Salary : $59,200 - $98,600

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