About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic scientist, to join the editorial team and to work with the entire Trends portfolio of life sciences journals. This role will provide a unique opportunity to work primarily with one journal but also become familiar with multiple other Trends journals working across a broad range of scientific topics. As a member of the team, you will work directly with the Editor in Chief to develop the very best commentary, correspondence, and review articles. We are looking for candidates with strong communication skills and research experience in one or more of the topics published by. As a joint member of our Trends team, a wide interest in science outside of cancer biology is encouraged. In this role, you will be supporting editors and authors to optimize overall publishing success. This is a full-time editorial position, with preference given to candidates located near our US, Amsterdam or London offices. Please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position and how your skills and knowledge could contribute to your success in this role.
Responsibilities
1. Identify key authors and research topics where a review or short overview will benefit the research community.
2. Commission and manage a pipeline of high-quality articles across the breadth of the field.
3. Manage the peer review and editorial process.
4. Edit manuscripts for scientific message.
5. Establishing relationships with researchers and representing and Cell Press at scientific meetings and visits to research institutions
6. Help to devise and execute strategy for the journal.
7. Collaborate with colleagues in other departments and units across the organization.
8. Execute data-driven innovation and experimentation to the benefit of the journal community’s needs.
Requirements
9. PhD with a focus in cancer research, tumor immunology, oncology, or a related field. Experience working across multiple disciplines is welcome. Post-doctoral training is a plus.
10. Passion for science and scientific communication.
11. Enthusiastic interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills.
12. Ability to work impartially, individually, and proactively.
13. 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 organization. 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 with us