Associate/Scientific Editor- Microbiology, iScience, Cell Press

Responsibilities

• Assess the novelty and impact of submitted research papers
• Oversee the peer review process for direct submissions and transferred contributions
• Build and maintain relationships with researchers and academic editorial board members
• Recruit research papers and review articles for submission to iScience
• Represent iScience and Cell Press at scientific meetings and research institutions
• Collaborate with internal editors and colleagues across Cell Press

Requirements

• PhD in a life science discipline, specifically Microbiology
• Postdoctoral research experience is highly preferred
• Strong ability to think critically about a broad range of scientific topics
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work in a team spread across different geographies and time zones
• Experience with data analysis or statistical approaches is an advantage

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional editorial experience (for Scientific Editor level)
• Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary research areas

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance with options to purchase additional days
• Health screening, eye care vouchers, and private medical benefits
• Wellbeing programs and life assurance
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Access to extensive learning and development resources
• Employee discounts via Perks at Work

About the Company

Elsevier is a global leader in information and analytics, helping researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes. As part of the Cell Press team, we publish impactful scientific discoveries through rigorous peer review and innovation in editorial workflows.