(Associate) Scientific Editor, Cell Host and Microbe
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. RELX scores B on the Alion truth index.
Are You a PhD holder?
Would you like to use your PhD and experience as an author to support researchers in scholarly publication?
About the Team
We are looking for a dynamic scientist to join the Cell Press Life and Medical Science portfolio, initially working with the editorial team of Cell Host and Microbe. Cell Host and Microbe is a leading microbiology journal within Cell Press, focusing on the integrated study of microbes (pathogenic, non-pathogenic, and commensal) in conjunction and communication with each other and their hosts or environments.
About The Role
As a member of the Cell Host & Microbe editorial team, you will be responsible for a broad range of contributions, including assessing submitted research papers; selecting and collaborating with accomplished referees; recruiting exciting studies; identifying timely, emerging topics to commission for review articles; writing and editing content for the journal homepage and social media outlets; and engaging authors throughout the review process. You will play an active role in the development and implementation of journal strategy. The job also entails traveling to scientific conferences and research institutions where you will directly interact with the scientific community.
Cell Press editors engage with the scientific community to catalyze scientific discovery and promote discourse. We provide scientists with valuable perspectives and candid feedback to help make their work clear, rigorous, and transparent so that readers can understand, trust, and build upon that work. We believe that science can have powerful and positive impacts on the environment, planet, human health and society, and our mission is to enable science and scientists, whoever and wherever they are.
We welcome applications from candidates with great communication skills and strong scientific expertise in any area relevant to microbiology, host-pathogen interactions, infectious disease, and environmental microbiology. However, we will consider candidates with expertise in any area of life sciences. We are open to considering candidates at junior and associate levels. Previous editorial experience is an advantage but is not required.
Please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in the job and how your skills and knowledge could contribute to your success in this role.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- assessing submitted research papers
- selecting and collaborating with referees
- engaging authors throughout the review process and providing outstanding author service
- commissioning and editing Review and Perspective articles, as well as other front matter
- developing and supporting journal strategy and Cell Press editorial strategy
- building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond
- establishing relationships with researchers through outreach
- recruiting and commissioning content
- traveling to scientific conferences and research institutions
- contributing to Cell Press growth and innovation projects
REQUIREMENTS
- PhD in a relevant scientific or clinical discipline
- broad scientific interests, strong editorial skills, and ability to adapt them to new topic areas
- an ability to think critically across a wide range of scientific areas
- strong communication skills
- the ability to successfully work independently and in a diverse global team
- excellent interpersonal and networking skills
- a collaborative and adaptable working style with flexibility in workflow organization
- effective time management
- an interest in working on editorial-related projects
This is a full-time editorial position affiliated to one of the Elsevier Offices located in 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, so we encourage you to apply early. To apply, please submit a copy of your resume, a brief cover letter outlining your reasons for interest in this role.
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 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:
- Medical and Life Insurance: Coverage for Medical and life risk.
- Long-Service Award: Recognition for loyalty and dedication.
- Marriage and New Baby Gifts: Celebratory tokens for special life events.
- Festivals and Birthday Gifts: Spreading joy on occasions that matter.
- Annual Medical Check-up: Prioritizing employee well-being through regular health check-ups.
- Flexible Benefits via CIIC Platform: Personalized benefits accessible through a user-friendly platform.
- Paid Time Off: Annual Leave, Flex Family Care Leave, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave, Medical and Hospitalization Leave, Examination Leave Gazetted Public Holiday
- Family Care leave (Maternity/Paternity Leave and Adoption Leave)
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.
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