Scientific Editor, Cell (Computational Biology and AI)

About the Team: Cell is the flagship journal at Cell Press, publishing exciting advances in the biomedical sciences. Cell editors engage with the scientific community to catalyze scientific discovery and discourse. We provide scientists with valuable perspectives and candid feedback to help make their work clear, rigorous, and transparent so that readers can understand, trust, and build upon that work. We believe that science can have powerful and positive impacts on human health and society, so we aim to enable science and scientists, whoever and wherever they are.

About the Role: We are looking for a full-time Scientific Editor to join our editorial team. If you are enthusiastic, motivated, dynamic, mission-oriented, a team-player and love thinking about science broadly, then this could be the role for you. 

We are looking for candidates with experience and expertise in computational biology and AI (such as but not limited to computational biology and machine learning in molecular, cell and structural biology, AI-based advances in genomics and imaging, protein and drug design and discovery, systems and networks in biology, health and disease, AI in clinical medicine such as diagnostic tools and electronic health records). 

This position is open to editors at entry (where no editorial experience is needed) as well as those with editorial experience.  Prior editorial experience is a plus. This role could be based out of our Barcelona (Spain), Amsterdam (Netherlands), London (UK), Beijing/Shanghai (China) or Tokyo (Japan) offices.

Responsibilities:

• Editorially evaluate and make decisions on research papers submitted to the journal 

• Work with authors and reviewers to publish exciting science across a range of topic areas 

• Engage the scientific community in their labs and at conferences to learn about scientific developments, recruit papers and establish relationships 

• Work with the Cell team on editorial processes, decision making and collaborative projects 

• Advocate for science, provide thought leadership, and influence the practice and direction of science and scientific communication.  

• Build strong relationships with Cell Press journals on content and collaborative projects 

• Contribute to broader Cell Press and Elsevier initiatives 

Qualifications: 

• Ph.D. or M.D. with research experience in an area relevant to the journal. We are looking for candidates with experience and expertise in computational biology and AI, with a focus on fundamental biology or clinical and translational science.  Prior editorial experience is not necessary but is a plus.  

• Broad interests, love of science, and desire to learn. As an editor, you will need to understand the diverse science covered by Cell, and you will need to appreciate the issues and questions that drive different fields. 

• A talent for clear communication. Good editors help authors make their message clear, concise, and compelling, so readers know why the science is important and how it will impact their work. 

• Great interpersonal skills. Collaboration and networking are core aspects of the job 

• Excellent team player and able to work as part of a group of editors committed to the success of Cell and Cell Press at large 

• Interest in scientific communication and publishing trends 

• Creativity, willingness to experiment, and desire to improve. 

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and focus. 

About Cell Press and Elsevier

Cell Press is an international organization with primary offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts; London; Amsterdam; Shanghai, and Beijing. We also support flexible working, and we are open to considering flexible work arrangements for this position. 

Cell Press offers an attractive salary and benefits package and a stimulating working environment. Cell Press is a part of Elsevier, the world's leading provider of scientific, technical and medical (STM) information, tools and resources. 

About the Business: A global company based in Amsterdam, Elsevier partners with scientists, researchers, healthcare providers, educators and decision-makers in academic institutions, governments and corporations to help them find, evaluate and use information. Our breadth of content is unparalleled, spanning virtually every STM field in the world and includes such distinguished brands as Gray's Anatomy, The Lancet and Cell. Using innovative technology, we deliver our content through tools that help our customers be more productive and successful in their work. ScienceDirect delivers the worlds' leading journals electronically to over 11 million readers in 200 countries. And physicians in 95 percent of teaching hospitals rely on MD Consult to get critical information that can save lives. Elsevier employs over 7,000 people in more than 70 offices worldwide. We are an employer of choice, attracting and developing talented and creative people who thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment. 

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.

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