US Editorial Intern, Cell Press
Company: LexisNexis Risk Solutions
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Multiple Interns, Cell Press US Editorial Internship Program Are
you curious/enthusiastic about a career in scientific publishing?
If so, we may have the perfect experience for you. Cell Press has
multiple openings in our US Editorial Internship program for
qualified graduate students, those who have recently finished a
graduate program, and/or are pursuing post-doctoral training. The
program provides interns with hands-on experience with the
day-to-day routines of Scientific Editors at a major scientific
publishing organization. You will learn how scientific research
goes from submission to publication, and you will have the
opportunity to collaborate with other teams across the editorial,
production, communication, and marketing departments. You will walk
away with experience in science editing and communications,
publishing process, and a unique non-academic/non-industrial
mentorship. A laptop will be provided for the duration of the
internship. We encourage applications from students and postdocs
from underrepresented minority groups, including people of color
and from economically and historically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Timing, compensation, and timing Timing: Start dates have some
flexibility throughout the year. Positions will last for 16 weeks
part-time at 20 hours per week or 8 weeks full-time at 40 hours per
week, with some flexibility. Stipend: $6,400 for the program at
$20/hour (payable biweekly). Location: Currently virtual because of
COVID-19. Qualified candidates can work off-site, with the option
of visiting Cell Press offices as needed. No housing or relocation
assistance is offered. To apply, please submit: A resume and a
cover letter explaining your interest in the position. A personal
I&D statement (no more than 300 words) demonstrating how you
might contribute to the missions of Cell Press. A selection of 6-8
recently published articles that you feel capture the broad range
of biological research (provide the full reference and link to the
article and give a brief rationale for your choice). Applications
will be considered on a rolling basis and will be held in the
strictest of confidence. Due to the competitive nature of the
internship, finalists will be asked to take a writing test and
supply approval of participation from their advisor. A
pre-employment screening will be part of our hiring process. Tasks
will include: Assisting with manuscript STAR Methods checks for
journals. Proof-reading and line-editing Previews, Reviews,
Perspectives, and other Front matter pieces. Developing and posting
social media content, journal cover art, and more. Completing
weekly timesheet at the end of each week. Participating in a
variety of manuscript-oriented projects. Ideal Candidate Skills and
Experience Candidates should be working towards or have recently
completed a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline across the
biological, physical, and medical sciences. Previous experience in
scientific writing, including preparing manuscripts in the form of
review article, or original research article for publishing in
scientific journal is a plus. Possess good vocabulary and writing
skills; demonstrated ability to prepare, edit, and communicate
scientific documents. Strong organizational, time management, and
problem-resolution skills Ability to meet deadlines consistently in
a research/publishing environment. Interest in science editing,
communication, and publication process. Ability to work
independently and in a collaborative group environment. No
permanent position is available at the end of the internship,
although candidates will be considered for available
positions/freelancing opportunities should they apply and
performance/circumstances warrant it. We are an equal opportunity
employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated
during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion,
sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status,
protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic
protected by law. If a qualified individual with a disability or
disabled veteran needs a reasonable accommodation to use or access
our online system, that individual should please contact
accommodations@relx.com or if you are based in the US you may also
contact us on 1.855.833.5120.
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