Senior Editor - The Lancet

Elsevier

London, United Kingdom
Not specified; not specified; generous holiday all...
Hybrid
Md or phd level education with research experience
Experience in leading general medical journal editorial work
Ability to critically evaluate clinical research papers
The Senior Editor will join The Lancet's internationally respected editorial team committed to publishing research of the highest scientific and ethical standards

Job Summary

  • The Senior Editor will join The Lancet's internationally respected editorial team committed to publishing research of the highest scientific and ethical standards.
  • Responsibilities include reading and critically evaluating papers, arranging peer review, negotiating revisions with authors, and proactively attracting key clinical trials.
  • Elsevier offers a healthy work/life balance with benefits including generous holiday allowance, private medical benefits, and access to extensive learning resources.

Matching Summary

The Senior Editor will join The Lancet's internationally respected editorial team committed to publishing research of the highest scientific and ethical standards.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Generous holiday allowance; Health screening; Private medical benefits; Pension scheme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • MD or PhD level education with research experience
  • Experience in leading general medical journal editorial work
  • Ability to critically evaluate clinical research papers
  • Strong written communication for complex policy topics
  • Experience organizing peer review and managing revisions

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for global health and healthcare worldwide
  • Collaborative attitude fostering good working relationships
  • Resilience and ability to work under pressure
  • Intelligence and intellectual curiosity
  • Coaching and mentoring capabilities for junior colleagues

Key Requirements

  • Educated to MD or PhD level
  • Previous editorial experience in a leading general medical journal
  • Experience in a variety of health settings globally
  • Ability to communicate with high-level international leaders

Work Rights

Not specified

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