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Scientific Editor – Device | Cell Press
Cell Press publishes over 50 scientific journals, including flagship titles such as Cell, Joule, and Chem, and 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 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 scientific direction of the journal.
- Expand its community.
- Represent the fields Device serves across the broader Cell Press portfolio.
In addition to editorial responsibilities for Device, this editor will:
- Actively identify and route high-quality technology and engineering manuscripts to other Cell Press journals.
- Serve as an advocate for these disciplines throughout the organization.
Responsibilities
- Undertake editorial evaluation of submissions to ensure scientific quality and broader significance of published work.
- Develop a cohesive, impactful, and forward-looking journal reflecting the creative application of technology across Device’s scope.
- Coordinate at least one special issue per year in collaboration with the editorial team.
- Draw on and expand a network of leading researchers to attract influential submissions to Device and the wider Cell Press portfolio.
- Identify outstanding technology and engineering manuscripts for transfer or commissioning across Cell Press journals.
- Act as an ambassador for these fields throughout the organization.
- Travel to relevant conferences and research institutes to:
- Build community.
- Identify emerging science.
- Promote Device.
- Collaborate with colleagues across sales, marketing, and production to support the journal’s growth targets and strategic objectives.
- Foster 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; specific interests in the following fields are encouraged:
- Semiconductors
- Neuromorphic computing
- 2D materials
- Electronics engineering
- Outstanding candidates from across the journal’s coverage areas (e.g., robotics, energy devices, and sensing) are also encouraged to apply.
- Prior editorial experience is preferred, though 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.
- Engage effectively with researchers at all career stages.
- Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
- Effective professional networks within the technology and engineering research communities.
- Priority will be given to candidates based in Korea, Japan, or the EU, though applicants from all regions are encouraged to apply.
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