The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and https://stm.sciencemag.org/ rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Science Translational Medicine are seeking a talented scientist, physician scientist or clinician interested in biomedical/translational research to join the Science Translational Medicine editorial team, preferably in our Washington, DC, USA or Cambridge, UK offices.

This editorial position is a fulltime position designed for a PhD scientist, MD/PhD physician scientist or MD clinician with broad research experience in biomedicine. We seek applicants who have a broad interest in translational research, the ability to rigorously and critically evaluate scientific and/or clinical research papers, as well as excellent communication and networking skills.

Are you ready to be a Force for Science?

What You’ll Do

• Manage the evaluation, review, and editing of submitted research manuscripts in your field of expertise
• 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 Board of Reviewing Editors, 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, Viewpoint and Focus articles on a broad range of topics
• Commission and edit review and opinion content for special issues 
• Foster relationships and communication with the scientific community through meetings, lab visits and professional contacts 
• Represent Science Translational Medicine at scientific meetings nationally and internationally.

Minimum Qualifications

• Mastery of one or more biomedical fields typically acquired through completion of a doctoral or medical degree in at least one biomedical or clinical research field
• 2 to 5 years post PhD or MD experience, including postdoctoral research experience in one or more translational fields and multiple publications
• Ability to work constructively as a member of a tight-knit dynamic team
• Comprehensive knowledge of scientific research methods 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 August 5, 2022. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. A Recruiter will contact you with next steps if you are selected for an interview.

Location

We have offices in Washington, DC and Cambridge, UK but are open to remote workers in select states. If you are not located in or able to work from a state where AAAS has a business presence, you may not be eligible for this position. Please contact our Talent Team at jobs@aaas.org with any questions regarding your eligibility.

The anticipated initial rate of compensation for this position is $80,000 per year (for candidates hired in the US at the Associate Editor level). AAAS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance, each subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply.

Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of AAAS and will be based on a variety of factors, including years of experience, depth of experience, and other relevant factors. AAAS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

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. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.