Scientific Editor, Matter

About our Team

We are looking for a new China-based Scientific Editor with expertise in materials science research to join the editorial team of the Cell Press journal Matter. Since its launch in 2019, Matter has quickly become established as one of the world's leading forums for cutting edge materials research and insightful analysis and commentary.

About the Role

The Scientific Editor will be closely involved in all editorial aspects of the journal. Our China editorial office is in Beijing.

Please submit cover letter and resume with your application.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating submissions rigorously against Matter's demanding requirements for reporting novel materials research
• Building global networks and commissioning world-leading submissions (including insightful front matter articles).
• Contributing to and implementing a journal strategy that ensures Matter remains topical, distinctive, impactful and agenda-setting.
• Collaborating with Cell Press colleagues to broaden our footprint. Ensuring we continue to meet the needs of the research communities we serve.
• Traveling domestically and internationally to engage with the research communities Matter serves.

Requirements

• Have a PhD degree and research experience related to materials. Having existing and deep networks in the a specific materials science research community is advantageous.
• Have a passion for all materials research across the scope of Matter.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and an aptitude to develop exceptional links with, and influence, global energy researchers
• Possess critical thinking skills and the willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research.

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 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:

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs
• Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts
• Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice

About the Business

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's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.

Salary Range

To be added when data can be disclosed.