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Associate Editor, Science Immunology

Employer
AAAS
Location
Preferably Washington, DC, USA or Cambridge, UK
Salary
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Closing date
May 22, 2021

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Discipline
Life Sciences, Immunology
Organization Type
Non-Profit

Job Details

Associate Editor, Science Immunology

Regular Full Time

Washington, DC

 

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and Science Immunology are seeking a full-time editor to join the Science Immunology editorial team, preferably in our Washington, DC, USA or Cambridge, UK offices. We are looking for a scientist with broad interests in immunology, a lively curiosity, and experience with peer review of scholarly research in the sciences.

Are you ready to be a Force for Science?

What You’ll Do

  • Manage the evaluation, review, and editing of submitted research manuscripts across the full scope of immunology research
  • Judge the scientific value of research and select reviewers for submitted manuscripts
  • Discuss and make recommendations regarding manuscripts and reviewer comments with the editorial team, members of the Advisory Board, and the authors
  • Write short summaries of research papers for publication
  • Guide authors on manuscript revisions and edit the manuscripts for scientific content and style
  • Follow manuscripts through the production process to ensure material is published in a timely manner
  • Commission and edit Review, Perspective and Focus articles on a broad range of topics
  • Foster relationships and communication with the scientific community through meetings, lab visits and professional contacts
  • Represent Science Immunology at scientific meetings nationally and internationally.

Minimum Qualifications

  • In depth knowledge of immunology typically acquired through completion of a doctoral and/or a medical degree
  • 2 to 5 years post PhD or MD experience, including postdoctoral research experience in some aspect of immunology, with multiple publications
  • Ability to work constructively as a member of a tight-knit dynamic team
  • Comprehensive knowledge of research methods used in immunology in order to discuss technical issues with authors
  • Excellent outreach skills in order to effectively recruit top research papers to the journal
  • Exceptional written, communication, and listening skills in order to communicate with authors and reviewers in evaluating, editing and modifying manuscripts
  • Prior scientific editorial experience is not essential but is preferred

Application Process

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position by April 9, 2021. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A Recruiter will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.

AAAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. AAAS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Company

The AAAS seeks to "advance science, engineering, and innovation throughout the world for the benefit of all people." To fulfill this mission, the AAAS Board has set the following broad goals:
•  communication among scientists, engineers, and the public;
•  Promote and defend the integrity of science and its use;
•  Strengthen support for the science and technology enterprise;
•  Provide a voice for science on societal issues;
•  Promote the responsible use of science in public policy;
•  Strengthen and diversify the science and technology workforce;
•  Foster education in science and technology for everyone;
•  Increase public engagement with science and technology; and
•  Advance international cooperation in science.
 

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