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RELX Group plc

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will ...

Dow Jones & Company, Inc.

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron's Group advertising ... The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and ...

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Dow Jones & Company, Inc.

$60 - $80/hr

Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron's Group advertising ... The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and ...

New

Elsevier

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will ...

Elsevier

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will ...

News Corporation

$60 - $80/hr

Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron's Group advertising ... The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and ...

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News Corporation

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron's Group advertising ... The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and ...

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Dow Jones

Associate Editor

New York, NY · On-site

Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron's Group advertising ... The Associate Editor will support The Trust's Editorial Team, providing assistance to and ...

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Elsevier

Associate Scientific Editor

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science) Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam ... The journal will be at the heart of the Cell Press portfolio, being truly multidisciplinary it will ...

Storyful

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

About the Team Wall Street Journal Custom Content is part of The Wall Street Journal | Barron ... Our diverse group is made up of editors, designers, video producers, developers, account managers ...

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U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

EDITOR

Quantico, VA

$70K/yr

... and journal articles for publication using the Chicago Manual of Style; conducting research to ... sector assisting in editing historical and scholarly monographs and journal articles for ...

US Department of the Navy

EDITOR

Quantico, VA · On-site

$70K/yr

... and journal articles for publication using the Chicago Manual of Style; conducting research to ... sector assisting in editing historical and scholarly monographs and journal articles for ...

News Corporation

Letters Editor, Opinion

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

About the Role The Wall Street Journal's Opinion section is seeking a Letters Editor to join our growing editorial team in New York. This role is ideal for a collaborative editor with sharp news ...

gannett

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY · On-site

The Courier Journal/courier-journal.com, the leading news and information provider in Kentucky and ... This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure ...

gannett

Night/Weekend Editor

Louisville, KY · On-site

The Courier Journal/courier-journal.com, the leading news and information provider in Kentucky and ... This editor will drive digital-first news gathering, champion multimedia storytelling, and ensure ...

Nashville Public Radio

Perspective Editor

Durango, CO · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

PERSPECTIVES EDITOR Ballantine Communications, Inc. (BCI) Ballantine Communications, Inc., publisher of The Durango Herald, The Journal and Tri-City Record, is seeking a full-time Perspectives Editor ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for journal editor 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 does a journal editor do?

A Journal Editor oversees the publication process of academic or professional journals, ensuring the quality and integrity of published content. They manage peer review, work with authors to refine submissions, and make final publication decisions. Editors also set editorial policies, maintain ethical standards, and collaborate with a board of reviewers and publishers to enhance the journal's reputation and impact.

What are some typical responsibilities a journal editor manages on a daily basis?

As a Journal Editor, your daily tasks often include screening manuscript submissions, assigning suitable peer reviewers, and providing feedback to authors. You'll also track the progress of ongoing submissions, enforce editorial policies, and coordinate the production schedule with publishers. Collaboration is frequent, as you work closely with editorial board members, reviewers, and sometimes authors to resolve disputes or clarify scientific content. The role requires careful attention to detail and strong time management to balance multiple projects at various stages of review and publication.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the journal editor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Journal Editor, you need a solid background in writing, critical analysis, and subject mastery, typically supported by an advanced degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with publication management systems such as ScholarOne or Editorial Manager, as well as adherence to industry standards like APA or AMA style guides, is essential. Outstanding communication, organization, and conflict resolution skills enable a Journal Editor to manage peer reviews and coordinate with authors and reviewers effectively. These abilities ensure that published content meets high standards of quality, accuracy, and timeliness in the academic or professional field.

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Associate Scientific Editor

RELX Group plc

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$59K - $98K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Associate Scientific Editor, Cell Press Blue (Physical Science)
Location: Boston, London, Amsterdam
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 an Associate Scientific Editor to join the team and help nurture its rapid development. Working closely with the Editor-in-Chief for physical science, 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.
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  • 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 physical science, a background in material science would be beneficial but not essential
  • 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 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:
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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: $59,200 - $98,600. Geographic differentials may apply in some locations to better reflect local market rates.
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