Job Description

Scientific Editor - Cancer Cell and Trends in Cancer

Do you want to use your passion for science to help publish exciting research?

Would you like to build and develop relationships with scientific communities?

About our Team

Cancer Cell is a flagship cancer and oncology journal at Cell Press. Trends in Cancer is a \xe2\x80\x9cmust read\xe2\x80\x9d journal in the field of cancer biology and oncology. You will be part of a dynamic team and fast paced environment with opportunities for growth throughout the organisation.

About the Role

You will report to Editors-in-Chief of Cancer Cell and Trends in Cancer, and your time will be divided between both journals. We are open to considering candidates at junior and senior levels and seeking applications from candidates with expertise in cancer research.

Location

This is a full-time editorial position based in our Cell Press office in London or Oxford in UK, Amsterdam in the Netherlands, Berlin in Germany, or Madrid in Spain.

Responsibilities

• Assessing submitted research papers and making editorial recommendations at Cancer Cell.
• Commissioning and editing Review and Perspective articles, as well as other front matter formats at Trends in Cancer.
• Providing outstanding author service and overseeing the peer review process.
• Establishing relationships with researchers through outreach to the scientific communities and recruiting exciting content.
• Traveling to scientific conferences and academic institutes.
• Working collaboratively with the editorial teams and with academic Advisory Board members.
• Helping to devise and execute strategy using data-driven innovation approaches.
• Organizing scientific conferences and contributing to Cell Press growth and innovation projects.

Requirements

• Have a PhD or MD in cancer research or clinical oncology.
• Have a talent and passion for scientific communication.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
• Be a critical thinker and have the willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research.
• Be able to work successfully both independently and in a diverse global team.
• Demonstrate a can-do attitude, strategic mindset, and solution orientation.

Work in a way that works for you

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 remotely from home and our office in a flexible hybrid pattern
• 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 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.

Working for you

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:

• Health care plans and benefits
• Modern Family Benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• Life assurance and accident policies
• Comprehensive pension and retirement plans
• Access to learning and development resources
• Your recruiter will advise you on the benefits package for your location

Applications

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis by September 30, 2023. Please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in the job and how your skills, knowledge, and background could contribute to these journals with your CV.

About Us

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\xe2\x80\x99s grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

Join Us

Purposeful Work
When you work with us, your work matters. You are part of an organization that nurtures your curiosity to stimulate innovation for the communities that we serve.

Growing Every Day
Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development.

Colleagues Who Care
You will be part of the Elsevier family. We will support your well-being and provide the flexibility you need to thrive at work and home.

Together, we create possibilities.



Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: .

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