Job Description

Associate Scientific Editor, iScience - Cell Press
Are You a PhD holder?
Are you passionate about sharing accurate and valuable research results for the benefit of science, society, and the authors?
About our Team
Cell Press, part of Elsevier's STM Journals, collaborates with researchers to publish impactful scientific discoveries through rigorous peer review, ethics, and reproducibility. We support over 50 hybrid and open access journals, contributing to advancements in science, health outcomes, and equitable publishing. We are expanding our team of scientific editors for iScience, an interdisciplinary open access journal covering life, health, physical, earth, and social sciences. We collaborate closely with authors, editors, reviewers, and societies to ensure the integrity and impact of the published work. Through innovation in editorial workflows and publishing technology, we help global research communities discover, evaluate, and disseminate knowledge that advances science and improves lives.
About the Role
We are looking for a curious, motivated scientist with broad interests across the life sciences to join us as an Associate Scientific Editor. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting clear, timely, and inclusive scientific communication. It offers an exciting opportunity to begin or grow an editorial career while helping shape the direction and success of a leading interdisciplinary journal.
Responsibilities
Assess the novelty and impact of the submitted research papers
Oversee the peer review process for direct submissions and transferred contributions
Establish relationships with researchers
Recruit exciting research papers for submission to iScience
Commission review articles
Represent the iScience and Cell Press at scientific meetings, and visit research institutions
Work collaboratively with academic editorial board members and internal editors
Build effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond
Requirements
PhD in a life science discipline and post-doctoral experience is a plus
Deep knowledge and research experience in one of the following areas- Neuroscience or Cell Biology. Experience in statistical analysis will be an added advantage
Broad scientific interests, a desire to learn, and the ability to think critically about a wide range of scientific issues. As an associate scientific editor, you will need to develop an understanding of the diverse areas covered by an interdisciplinary journal, as well as be open to exciting emerging topics
Great interpersonal skills:
Collaboration and networking are core aspects of the job
Strong ability to communicate clearly in a customer-focused role and attentive with good written and verbal communication skills in English
Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and focus
Creativity, willingness to experiment, and desire to improve
The ability to work well in a team which is spread across geography, time zones and willingness to travel
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. 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:
Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.
Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.
Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.
Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.
Medical Screening: Your well-being is a top priority.
Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
Long-Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.
New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.
Subsidized Meals in Chennai: Enjoy delicious meals at discounted rates.
Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.
Free Transport pick up and drop from the home -office - home (applies in Chennai)
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.
We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click to access benefits specific to your location.
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