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Scientific Editor, Device | Cell Press
Device Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship titles such as Cell, Joule, and Chem, as well as a growing portfolio of discipline-leading journals spanning the life, physical, and applied sciences. We bring editorial excellence, a commitment to innovation, unparalleled reach and visibility, and a passion for scientific advocacy to all areas of scientific exploration.
About the Role
Device is a young and rapidly growing journal at the forefront of technology and engineering research, publishing work that applies creative and rigorous science to real-world challenges across electronics, energy, sensing, robotics, and beyond.
We are seeking a Scientific Editor to join the Device team and contribute to its continued development as a leading venue for applied science. Working closely with—and reporting to—the Editor in Chief of Device, the new editor will help shape the journal’s scientific direction, expand its community, and represent the fields Device serves across the broader Cell Press portfolio.
In addition to handling editorial responsibilities for Device, this editor will play an active role in identifying and routing high-quality technology and engineering manuscripts to other Cell Press journals, serving as an advocate for these disciplines throughout the organization.
Responsibilities
- Undertaking editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure the scientific quality and broader significance of published work.
- Developing a cohesive, impactful, and forward-looking journal that reflects the creative application of technology across Device’s scope.
- Coordinating at least one special issue per year in collaboration with the editorial team.
- Drawing on—and expanding—a network of leading researchers to attract influential submissions to Device and the wider Cell Press portfolio.
- Identifying outstanding technology and engineering manuscripts suitable for transfer or commissioning across Cell Press journals, and acting as an ambassador for these fields throughout the organization.
- Traveling to relevant conferences and research institutes to build community, identify emerging science, and promote Device.
- Collaborating with colleagues across sales, marketing, and production to support the journal’s growth targets and strategic objectives.
- Fostering productive relationships with other editorial teams across the Cell Press portfolio.
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Requirements
- A PhD in a field relevant to Device’s scope; backgrounds in semiconductors, neuromorphic computing, 2D materials, or electronics engineering are particularly valued, though exceptional candidates from across the journal’s coverage areas, including robotics, energy devices, and sensing, are encouraged to apply.
- Preference for—but not a strict requirement of—prior editorial experience; exceptional early-career candidates with a strong research background will be considered.
- Demonstrated ability to think conceptually and critically across a broad range of scientific and technical topics.
- Strong existing networks within the technology and engineering research communities, with the ability to engage effectively with researchers at all career stages and across international boundaries.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Candidates will be considered from all regions; priority will be given to those based in Korea, Japan, or the EU.
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