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RELX

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

Elsevier

Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

Amsterdam, NY · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

Elsevier

Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

Medford, MA · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

Elsevier

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

RELX

Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

Amsterdam, NY · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

Elsevier

Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

London, OH · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

RELX

Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

Medford, MA · On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences) Location: Boston, London, Shanghai About our Team Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles ...

The New York Times

Senior Staff Editor, Well

New York, NY · On-site

$124K - $135K/yr

The Times Well desk is seeking a senior staff editor to edit our weekly newsletter and other ... Experience supervising beat reporters and freelancers. * Science-literate with a proven ability to ...

National Academy of Sciences

Editor

Washington, DC · On-site

$73K - $92K/yr

May network with prospective authors, scientific advisers, and news media. * Advises staff and ... May coordinate freelance activities in the unit, including finding and coordinating work among ...

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How much do freelance scientific editor cell jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance scientific editor cell in the United States is $31.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $39.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Scientific Editor Cell vs Freelance Scientific Editor Molecular?

AspectFreelance Scientific Editor CellFreelance Scientific Editor Molecular
CredentialsAdvanced degree in Cell Biology or related fieldAdvanced degree in Molecular Biology or related field
Work EnvironmentEditing research articles, grant proposals, and reviews focused on cell-based studiesEditing content related to molecular mechanisms, genetics, and biochemistry
Industry UsageUsed in biotech, academia, and publishing sectors focusing on cell researchCommon in pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic publishing focusing on molecular research

The main difference between Freelance Scientific Editor Cell and Freelance Scientific Editor Molecular lies in their specialization. Editors focusing on Cell work primarily with research related to cellular processes and structures, while Molecular editors handle content related to genetic and molecular mechanisms. Both roles require advanced degrees and are used across similar industries, but their focus areas differ based on the scientific content.

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Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

Cell Press Blue Scientific Editor

RELX Group plc

Medford, MA • On-site

$71K - $119K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Life and Health Sciences)
Location: Boston, London, Shanghai
About our Team
Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including our flagship titles including Cell, Cancer Cell and Chem as well as our premium open access journal Cell Press Blue. We bring editorial excellence, commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach, visibility, and passion for advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.
About the Role
Cell Press has recently launched a new journal, Cell Press Blue, to serve as its premium open access offering. The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will reflect the best of all our flagship journals and provide a vital bridge to our Cell Reports series of journals. We are seeking a Scientific Editor to join the team and help nurture its rapid development. Working closely with the Editor in Chief for life and health sciences, the new Editor will have the unique opportunity to shape a prominent and vibrant new journal. The new editor will take responsibility for being the primary point of contact with one or more of our sister journals, develop multiple areas in the journal and drive new initiatives.
Responsibilities
  • Developing and fostering partnerships with other editorial teams at Cell Press, members of the production, marketing, press and advertising teams.
  • Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the quality and value of the journal.
  • Developing a broad appeal, impactful, topical, and cohesive journal.
  • Drawing on and develop a network of leading researchers to attract influential article submissions.
  • Traveling extensively to attend relevant conferences and visit leading research institutes.
  • Playing an important role supporting the wider research ecosystem at Cell Press.

Requirements
  • Have proven research expertise relevant to life and health sciences, a background in Immunology or Oncology would be beneficial but not essential
  • Have existing editorial experience.
  • Be able to effectively network and communicate with national and international researchers.
  • Able to think conceptually and critically about a wide range of scientific issues.
  • Display excellent written and oral communication skills.

Work in a way that works for you:
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. 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.
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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.
U.S. National Base Pay Range: $71,600 - $119,400. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.This job is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.
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