Associate Scientific Editor

About the role

Cell Press Blue, the premium open‑access journal of Cell Press, is seeking an Associate Scientific Editor to help shape its rapid development. Working closely with the Editor‑in‑Chief for physical science, you will drive the journal’s editorial vision and build its reputation across the scientific community.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and foster partnerships with other Cell Press editorial teams, production, marketing, press, and advertising groups.
• Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure high quality and relevance.
• Shape a broad‑appeal, impactful, and cohesive journal that reflects flagship titles.
• Leverage a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.
• Travel extensively to attend conferences and visit leading research institutes.
• Support the wider research ecosystem within Cell Press.

Required profile

• Proven research expertise in physical science; a background in material science is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong ability to network and communicate with national and international researchers.
• Conceptual and critical thinking across a wide range of scientific issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Healthy work‑life balance with wellbeing initiatives.
• Shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbatical opportunities.
• Location‑specific work environment.