16 Scientific Editor jobs in London

Cross-Journal Scientific Editor, Life and Biomedical Portfolio, Cell Press
Would you love to work directly with the scientific community and hear about cutting-edge research?
Do you have critical thinking skills and the willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research?
Location: London
About our Team
We are looking for a dynamic scientist to join the Cell Press Life and Biomedical science portfolio. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and unique team where you may primarily work with a specific journal that aligns with your research expertise while becoming familiar with multiple other Cell Press family journals across a broad range of scientific topics, supporting editors and authors to optimize overall publishing success, and working on cross-journal projects and initiatives for Cell Press. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong expertise in immunology, microbiology, stem cell biology, cancer biology, and/or biotechnology but encourage applications from all research backgrounds in the life and biomedical sciences.
About the Role
You will be closely engaged in all aspects of editorial work at Cell Press. Cell Press is an international organization with primary offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts; London; Amsterdam; and Beijing. This is a full-time editorial position, and we have a preference for candidates located near our Amsterdam NL or our London or Oxford UK offices.
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.
Responsibilities
+ Establishing relationships with diverse editorial teams
+ Assessing submitted research papers and overseeing the peer review and editorial process
+ Building effective working relationships with colleagues across Cell Press and beyond
+ Guiding authors through various aspects of the publishing process
+ Establishing relationships with researchers and representing Cell Press at scientific meetings and visits to research institutions
+ Contributing to broader Cell Press initiatives to shape the future of science communication
Requirements
+ Ph.D. in any area mentioned above
+ Passion to think critically about a wide range of scientific issues, with a willingness to learn and absorb new areas of research
+ Ability to work flexibly and creatively, with a willingness to experiment and a desire to enhance author service
+ Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with a collaborative problem-solving mindset
+ Interest in engaging with the scientific community
+ Talent for distilling complex concepts and communicating them effectively
+ Strong ability to communicate clearly, with an interest in science communication and publishing trends?
+ Strong ability to organize, prioritize, and focus to achieve overall team goals
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
+ Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
Working for you
At Elsevier, we know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
+ Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
+ Wellbeing programs
+ Life assurance Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
+ Long service awards
+ Save As You Earn share option scheme Travel Season ticket loan
+ Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
+ Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children RE CARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
+ Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
+ Access to extensive learning and development resources Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
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RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.

Scientific Editor: Cell Reports Medicine and the Research Integrity and Author Experience team
Would you love to work directly with the scientific community and hear about cutting-edge research developments?
Do you excel in assessing and curating Scientific content?
Location: London or Oxford UK or Amsterdam
About Our Team
We are looking for a dynamic scientist to join the Cell Reports Medicine editorial team and to work with the broader Cell Press Life and Health Science portfolios as a joint member of the Research Integrity and Author Experience team. This joint role is an exciting opportunity to engage with and shape the research that Cell Reports Medicine publishes, while also working more broadly across journals to innovate within the publishing and peer review process, with flexible work arrangements considered. We welcome applications from candidates with a PhD in the life and health sciences or an MD with research experience.
About The Role
You will engage with Cell Reports Medicine, a premium open access journal at Cell Press, publishing cutting edge and impactful work from across the spectrum of translation and clinical research. The Scientific Editor will be closely involved in all editorial aspects of the journal and the peer review process. You will recruit exciting studies, assess submitted research papers, write and edit content for the Cell Reports Medicine journal homepage and social media outlets, and play an active role in the development and implementation of journal strategy. Additionally, you will work on cross-journal projects and initiatives, coordinating closely with authors and editors to optimize overall publishing success across our portfolio of biomedical and life science journals. You will also travel to scientific conferences, research institutes and hospitals to build global relationships with experts in the community to disseminate and discuss practice-changing results from the field.
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.
Responsibilities:
+ Recruiting exciting content.
+ Assessing and curating scientific content for the most appropriate audiences.
+ Selecting and collaborating with referees.
+ Engaging closely with authors throughout the review process and providing outstanding author service.
+ Commissioning and editing Review and Perspective articles, as well as other front matter for Cell Reports Medicine.
+ Improving on the editorial process for editors and reviewers.
+ Offering authors guidance and ensuring a smooth overall experience for authors who submit to our journals.
+ Developing and supporting journal strategy, including supporting the development of strong links between the developing network of Cell Press open access journals.
Requirements:
+ PhD or MD in a relevant life scientific or clinical discipline.
+ Previous editorial experience is desirable but not required?
+ Broad scientific interests, a desire to learn, and the ability to think critically about a wide range of scientific issues. As a scientific editor, you will need to develop an understanding of the diverse areas covered by Cell Reports Medicine, as well as be open to exciting emerging topics.
+ Strong ability to communicate clearly, with an interest in science communication and publishing trends
+ The ability to work successfully both independently and in diverse global teams.
+ Excellent interpersonal and networking skills with a collaborative problem-solving mindset.
+ Proven strong and global research networks and connections.
+ The ability to organize, prioritize, and focus to achieve overall team goals
+ Be creative and willing to experiment and have a desire to improve on existing workflows to enhance author service and our strong commitment to quality science
What We Offer
Cell Press offers an attractive salary and benefits package and a stimulating working environment. Applications will be held in the strictest of confidence.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
+ Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
Working for you
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
+ Medical and Life Insurance: Coverage for Medical and life risk.
+ Long-Service Award: Recognition for loyalty and dedication.
+ Marriage and New Baby Gifts: Celebratory tokens for special life events.
+ Festivals and Birthday Gifts: Spreading joy on occasions that matter.
+ Annual Medical Check-up: Prioritizing employee well-being through regular health check-ups.
+ Flexible Benefits via CIIC Platform: Personalized benefits accessible through a user-friendly platform.
+ Paid Time Off: Annual Leave, Flex Family Care Leave, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave, Medical and Hospitalization Leave, Examination Leave Gazetted Public Holiday
+ Family Care leave (Maternity/Paternity Leave and Adoption Leave)
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
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We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1- .
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here .
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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.
USA Job Seekers:
EEO Know Your Rights .
RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.

What you'll be doing…

The Content Editor, Newsletters position is an exciting new role that will be responsible for all the email newsletter output across Homes & Gardens and Livingetc, creating brilliant products that deliver traffic to the websites and also engage the audience on platform. Your task is to nurture our email audience and ensure they engage with the content. You’ll handle building, scheduling, QA, approvals and final deployment.

This position will be a part of the CRM/Email team at Future, which sits within the wider Audience team operating within the B2C division. As a member of the email team, you are a core central function to the business, supporting and collaborating closely with many additional teams at Future and working very closely with the Homes & Gardens and Livingetc editorial teams. The Content Editor, Newsletters will ensure appropriate copy and voice for the brands are portrayed within newsletters, while being responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of all campaigns.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve…

• Experience in email marketing, copywriting and proofreading.
• Proficiency with Google documents & spreadsheets and working knowledge of Google Analytics.
• Passion for the home interest industry.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment, while adhering to deadlines and being flexible with real time changes.
• Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team.

What's in it for you…

We have a number of awesome perks available to our staff.  We offer huge opportunities to learn and develop, whether through professional qualifications, exposure to incredible business projects or informal lunch & learns, hosted by your colleagues. We have a fantastic culture where we really do care about our people and want everyone to succeed. Varied roles mean you’re not pigeonholed in to one finite area but get the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and experience

And to top it all off, not only do we offer unlimited holiday because we trust you to manage your workload and time but we also offer a share in our success whereby every colleague is eligible to join our profit pool bonus scheme - if Future hits their performance targets all colleagues may receive a bonus.

Internal job family level E6.

The expected range for this role is £26,000 - £30,000.

This is a Hybrid role from our London Office, working three days from the office, two from home. 

Who are we…

We’re Future. We’re 3000+ colleagues over 250+ brands speaking to 400 million people every month across the globe through websites, events and magazines. We’ve got ambitious plans that build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities and we’re looking for talented people who want to be a part of it. 

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We have a voice and we’re going to use it. We promote diversity and inclusion not just in our recruitment processes, but everything we do. We’re an equal opportunity employer and we will continue to ensure our recruitment process is free of bias and our workplaces are inclusive, positive, free of discrimination and respecting of all backgrounds and beliefs. Our culture is underpinned by our values and employees - current and future - are treated with respect and fairness.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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Photo Editor / Content Coordinator



3 Month contract - Inside IR35



237.50 per day



3 days per week on-site in Battersea, London



Overview

We're looking for a talented and experienced Photo Editor to join a global media design team responsible for shaping editorial experiences across entertainment, content, and app platforms. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a team that delivers high-impact visual storytelling to millions of users worldwide. You'll work across projects that span TV apps, music, editorial stories, and visual narratives, with a focus on compelling, culturally relevant content.

This is a freelance contract role based in London, working hybrid from our Battersea office three days per week (Tues-Thurs) . The ideal candidate will bring exceptional photo research skills, strong art direction instincts, and fluency in both creative collaboration and production workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead photo research, curation, and licensing across multiple media platforms, covering EMEA and APAC markets .
• Source, evaluate, and secure photography across genres: celebrity portraiture, still life, conceptual, fine art, archival, and more.
• Manage rights, budgets, contracts, and licensing with external agencies, syndication partners, and photographers.
• Support the team with retouching direction and briefing , ensuring visual consistency and excellence.
• Maintain precise tracking of budgets, licenses, and archives across multiple simultaneous projects.
• Identify and nurture relationships with new photographers , agencies, and image sources to expand the collaborator pool.
• Collaborate across distributed global teams, supporting editorial and design teams in Europe and Asia.
• Use creative tools and mock-up software to test imagery and layouts on devices and editorial platforms.

Key Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in photo editing, content production, or visual research in advertising, editorial, publishing, or media/entertainment industries (flexibility on years for standout candidates).
• Deep understanding of visual storytelling and editorial narrative, with an eye for compelling imagery.
• Extensive knowledge of photographers and photography sources (stock, archival, boutique agencies, etc.).
• Expert in image rights, legal clearance, and contract negotiation for licensed content.
• Excellent project management , multitasking, and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Photoshop , Adobe Creative Cloud , Keynote , Excel/Numbers , and digital asset tools.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Highly collaborative, adaptable, and resourceful - able to work independently and across time zones.
• A great cultural and commercial sense, with awareness of global media trends.

Desirable

• Portfolio showcasing photo research and editorial curation.
• Bachelor's degree in Photography, Visual Arts, Design, or related field preferred.
• Additional languages (e.g., French, German, Hindi) are a plus.
• Background in advertising or creative production environments is highly valued.
• Comfortable with new tools, platforms, and testing workflows on mobile devices.
• how to adapt visuals for diverse briefs and platforms.

If you're a photo editor who loves storytelling, knows where to find the perfect image, and thrives in a creative, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement. | PCR Digital

At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it's why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you.

We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.

About the Role

We're hiring Technical Writers who can distil complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation. You’ll work with engineers, product teams, and designers to produce API docs, user manuals, onboarding content, and internal knowledge bases. You must be detail-oriented, comfortable using AI tools for speed and structure, and capable of adapting tone and format to different audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation for APIs, products, onboarding, and internal tools.
• Interview SMEs to extract and structure technical information.
• Use tools like Notion, Markdown, Docs-as-Code systems, or AI writing assistants.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure content is up-to-date and accurate.
• Write with clarity, empathy, and structure — even under tight timelines.

About the Role

We're hiring Technical Writers who can distil complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation. You’ll work with engineers, product teams, and designers to produce API docs, user manuals, onboarding content, and internal knowledge bases. You must be detail-oriented, comfortable using AI tools for speed and structure, and capable of adapting tone and format to different audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation for APIs, products, onboarding, and internal tools.
• Interview SMEs to extract and structure technical information.
• Use tools like Notion, Markdown, Docs-as-Code systems, or AI writing assistants.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure content is up-to-date and accurate.
• Write with clarity, empathy, and structure — even under tight timelines.

About the Role

We're hiring Technical Writers who can distil complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation. You’ll work with engineers, product teams, and designers to produce API docs, user manuals, onboarding content, and internal knowledge bases. You must be detail-oriented, comfortable using AI tools for speed and structure, and capable of adapting tone and format to different audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation for APIs, products, onboarding, and internal tools.
• Interview SMEs to extract and structure technical information.
• Use tools like Notion, Markdown, Docs-as-Code systems, or AI writing assistants.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure content is up-to-date and accurate.
• Write with clarity, empathy, and structure — even under tight timelines.

About the Role

We're hiring Technical Writers who can distil complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation. You’ll work with engineers, product teams, and designers to produce API docs, user manuals, onboarding content, and internal knowledge bases. You must be detail-oriented, comfortable using AI tools for speed and structure, and capable of adapting tone and format to different audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation for APIs, products, onboarding, and internal tools.
• Interview SMEs to extract and structure technical information.
• Use tools like Notion, Markdown, Docs-as-Code systems, or AI writing assistants.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure content is up-to-date and accurate.
• Write with clarity, empathy, and structure — even under tight timelines.

About the Role

We're hiring Technical Writers who can distil complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation. You’ll work with engineers, product teams, and designers to produce API docs, user manuals, onboarding content, and internal knowledge bases. You must be detail-oriented, comfortable using AI tools for speed and structure, and capable of adapting tone and format to different audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain documentation for APIs, products, onboarding, and internal tools.
• Interview SMEs to extract and structure technical information.
• Use tools like Notion, Markdown, Docs-as-Code systems, or AI writing assistants.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure content is up-to-date and accurate.
• Write with clarity, empathy, and structure — even under tight timelines.