Senior Editor, The Lancet Regional Health – Americas - Remote

Overview

The Senior Editor for The Lancet Regional Health – Americas will oversee submissions and quality peer review, ensuring high-quality content publication while fostering international relationships with clinical and research communities.

In Short

• Join an international team at The Lancet Regional Health – Americas.
• Oversee submissions and perform quality peer reviews.
• Build relationships with experts in the medical research community.
• Write editorials and organize peer review of research articles.
• Attend conferences to represent the journal and identify topics.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance internal processes.
• Work in a hybrid style, balancing remote work and in-office meetings.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the editorial team.
• Participate in community engagement and political activities.
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours.

Requirements

• Medical degree or PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in a relevant field or wider development community.
• Demonstrated editorial experience and understanding of publishing.
• Outstanding critical analysis and editorial judgment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Commitment to advancing equity in health and healthcare.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts effectively.

Benefits

• Health care plans and benefits.
• Modern family benefits including maternity and paternity leave.
• Wellbeing programs and life assurance policies.
• Comprehensive pension and retirement plans.
• Access to learning and development resources.
• Employee assistance programs.
• RECARES days for volunteering and community support.
• Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance.