Scientific Editor

Scientific Editor, Newton, Cell Press

Are you interested in a career as a scientific editor?

Are you excited to work for a journal serving the global physics community?

Location: London, Oxford or Amsterdam

About our Team

Newton is the flagship physics journal from Cell Press and launched in 2025 to serve physics researchers in all areas of physics and interdisciplinary fields. As a sibling journal of our field-shaping titles including Chem, Joule, Matter and Device, Newton publishes influential research in both fundamental and applied physics, as well as thought-provoking reviews and perspectives.

About the Role

We are recruiting a scientific editor to join the Newton team. They will have the unique opportunity to help shape a prominent and vibrant journal, championing their communities. We are looking for scientists with a PhD in physics. Desirable expertise includes quantum information, communication and sensing; optics and photonics; but expertise in other areas will be considered too. Previous editorial experience is not essential.

The role will report to the Editor in Chief and will contribute to continue establishing the journal as a sought-after venue to publish the most impactful research by building strong relationships with the community.

This is a full-time role for candidates that will be based in either London or Oxford in the UK, or Amsterdam in The Netherlands.

Responsibilities

Evaluating research papers submitted to the journal and handling the peer review process up to acceptance. Commissioning and editing review article and other types of content; writing editorials and brief technical summaries. Traveling extensively to attend conferences and visit research institutions. Understanding the needs of the international research community of authors, readers, and reviewers the journal serves. Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and contribute to the overall success of Cell Press in the physical sciences.

Requirements

Have a PhD in physics, preferably in areas such as quantum information, communication and sensing; optics and photonics. Post-doc experience is welcome but not required. Be a critical thinker and be willing to learn and engage with diverse areas within physics. Have excellent written and oral communication skills, and interpersonal skills. Have great teamworking skills and a collaborative mindset suited to work in a diverse global team. Have an interest in publishing trends and scientific communication. Have proven organizational and time management skills, and an ability to work independently.

How to Apply

Please attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your reasons for interest in the position (applications without cover letter will not be considered). We will consider applications on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

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.

Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive Working remotely from home and at our office in a hybrid working style

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:

Health Benefits: Comprehensive, multi-carrier program for medical, dental and vision benefits Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with match and an Employee Share Purchase Plan Wellbeing: Wellness platform with incentives, Headspace app subscription, Employee Assistance and Time-off Programs Short-and-Long Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Family Benefits, including bonding and family care leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits Health Savings, Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Spending Accounts Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice

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.