Associate Scientific Editor- Stem cell biology​/Metabolic disease​/Endocrinology, iScience, Cell Press

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Associate Scientific Editor
- Stem  cell biology/Metabolic disease/Endocrinology,  iScience, Cell Press
Are You a PhD holder in Life Sciences?
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 to expand our team and hire an Associate Scientific editor at  iScience  (), an exciting broad scope open access journal in Cell press, publishing in the life, health, physical and social sciences.
We are seeking to add an experienced and enthusiastic Scientific Editor, who shares our passion for helping scientists publish their work in a straightforward and timely way.

To apply , please include your resume plus a cover letter describing why you are interested in this role.
Responsibilities
Recruiting exciting research papers for submission to  iScience  and fostering communities of interest

Assess submitted research papers

Oversee the peer review process for direct submissions and transferred contributions

Establish relationships with researchers

Recruit exciting research papers and reviews for submission to  iScience

Represent the journal and Cell Press at scientific meetings, and visits to research institutions

Work collaboratively with academic editorial board members and editors

Build effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond

Requirements
PhD or post-doctoral research in Life sciences with strong expertise in a) stem cell biology/developmental biology, or alternatively in b) metabolic disease/endocrinology/reproductive biology.

Previous editorial experience is not mandatory for this role.

Applicants with a professional background such as running a research group or working in industry are also encouraged to apply.

Broad scientific interests, a desire to learn, and the ability to think critically about a wide range of scientific issues. As a scientific editor, you will need to develop an understanding of the diverse areas covered by the 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.

Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and focus.

Creativity, willingness to experiment, and desire to improve.

The ability to work well in a diverse team is crucial for the position.

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…