Scientific Editor, Cancer Cell and Trends in Cancer Cancer Cell is a flagship cancer and oncology journal at Cell Press. Trends in Cancer is a “must read” journal in the field of cancer biology and oncology. We are now hiring a scientific editor for both journals in China. The successful candidate 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. Postdoctoral research experience is preferred but not required. Previous editorial experience is an advantage but is not required. Based on the previous experience of the candidate, we are open to offering a Senior Scientific Editor position. Key responsibilities will include: - 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 especially in Europe. - Working collaboratively with the editorial teams and with academic Advisory Board members. - Helping to devise and execute strategy using data-driven innovation approaches. - Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond. - Strengthening the visibility and reputation of the journals. - Organizing scientific conferences and contributing to Cell Press growth and innovation projects. What we are looking for: - A PhD or MD in cancer research or clinical oncology. - A talent and passion for scientific communication. - Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills. - Critical thinking and the willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research. - The ability to work successfully both independently and in a diverse global team. - A can-do attitude, strategic mindset, and solution orientation. This is a full-time editorial position based in our Cell Press office in Shanghai or Beijing, China. Cell Press offers an attractive salary and benefits package and a stimulating working environment. Applications will be held in the strictest of confidence. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis by November 30, 2024. 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. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1-855-833-5120. Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy (https://www.relx.com/careers/join-us/privacy) . RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions. Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.