Deputy Editor, Cell Reports Medicine Are you an experienced Editor looking to develop your career? Do you have a real passion for Science? Location: London, Oxford (UK), Amsterdam (NL), or Shenzhen, Beijing, Shanghai (CN) About Our Team Cell Reports Medicine is a leading open-access journal from Cell Press. We publish innovative research in translational and clinical science. Our team is collaborative, inclusive, and committed to supporting global health through high-quality science. About the Role We are looking for a Deputy Editor to help shape the future of Cell Reports Medicine. You will support the Editor-in-Chief, manage a team of editors, and contribute to journal strategy. You will also engage with the scientific community, oversee peer review, and help develop editorial content. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in any area related to the topics that Cell Reports Medicine covers, with MDs with extensive research experience also considered. Candidates should have extensive editorial experience, strong communication skills, with an interest in managing a team, engaging with the scientific community, and the ability to work well in diverse team settings. Please include a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position and how your skills and knowledge could contribute to your success in this role. We will consider applications on a rolling basis. 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