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We bring editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach, visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.\nAbout the Role\nCell Press is launching a prestigious field-shaping new journal to serve biotechnology researchers. The journal will sit alongside our top-tier Cell Press journals (including Cell). It will serve global researchers, spanning biotechnology and publishing very influential research. We are seeking a visionary Editor-in-Chief to launch and lead the journal. They’ll have the unique opportunity to shape a prominent and vibrant journal, leading an editorial team according to their creative vision. As a respected member of the biotechnology research community, the Editor-in-Chief will create a very high-impact journal grounded in a strong understanding of the needs of the international authors, readers, and reviewers that the journal serves.\nThis is a full-time editorial position. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. There are strong advantages in candidates willing and able to be based in proximity to one our offices (in Boston MA USA; London or Oxford UK; Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Munich, Germany; Beijing, Shanghai or Shenzhen, China); we are able to offer some flexibility in location. If hired in the UK, this role is included in the pay bargaining unit represented by the National Union of Journalists (NUJ).\nPlease submit a cover letter with your application to be considered for the role.\nResponsibilities\nDefining the aims, scope, and formats for the journal, and developing a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.\nDrawing on an impressive network of leading researchers to attract world-leading article submissions.\nTraveling extensively to engage with the research community, including attending conferences and visiting research institutes.\nRecruiting & having managerial responsibilities for in-house editorial team members. Coordinating the rigorous evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal, as a forum for the best research, analysis and ideas.\nDeveloping and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, as well as members of our Operations, Marketing and Press teams. Contributing to the overall publishing strategy of Cell Press.\nRequirements\nHave proven biotechnology research expertise and a broad interest in research across the scope of the journal.\nHave a deep network of international researchers within the scope of the journal, paired with a proven ability to engage with and influence.\nAble to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.\nHave proven organizational, project management, leadership, and teamwork skills.\nDisplay excellent written and oral communication skills.\nExtensive Editorial experience is valued. Interested applicants with a current academic assignment but are seeking new challenges in Editorial/Publishing are encouraged to apply.\nWork in a Way That Works for You\nWe promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working options. Our benefits include wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals-supporting both your immediate responsibilities and long-term goals.\nWorking for You\nWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:\nHealth benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage\nRetirement benefits: 401(k) with match and Employee Share Purchase Plan\nWellbeing: wellness platform, Headspace subscription, and Employee Assistance Programs\nInsurance: short- and long-term disability, life, accidental death, critical illness, and hospital indemnity\nFamily benefits: parental leave, adoption, and surrogacy support\nSavings accounts: HSA, FSA, dependent care, and commuter benefits\nPaid time off, plus volunteer and Employee Resource Group participation days\n About the Business\nAs a global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes. By combining trusted content with advanced analytics, we support research, education, and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to solving global challenges and building a more sustainable future.\n\nU.S. National Base Pay Range: $95,300 - $158,800. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.\n\nIf performed in New York City, the base pay range is $114,300 - $190,500.\n\nThis job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.\n\nIf performed in any of the following locations: DEU Home Based - Frankfurt; Germany - Frankfurt (Baseler Platz); Germany - Munich; Home Based - Bavaria; Home Based - Hamburg; Home Based - Hesse; Home Based - Munich; or Home Based - Saarland, the base pay range is €75,200 - €125,500.If performed in NLD Amsterdam (Radarweg), the base pay range is €100,400 - €167,300.\n\nThis job may be subject to a collective labor agreement in the Netherlands. 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