Associate Editor, Condensed Matter Physics
Company: American Chemical Society
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Associate Editor, Condensed Matter PhysicsWho we are:The
American Physical Society is a nonprofit membership organization
working to advance physics by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and
global community dedicated to science and society. APS represents
more than 50,000 members, including physicists in academia,
national laboratories, and industry in the United States and around
the world.Position Summary:As an Associate Editor of Physical
Review X, you will handle all phases of the peer review process and
ultimately decide on what we publish. We seek a dynamic and
personable individual with a strong scientific background in
condensed matter physics, ideally well acquainted with one or more
of the fields of strongly-correlated systems, topological physics,
magnetism, 2D materials, and superconductivity. A successful
candidate will work with the editorial team of Physical Review X,
interacting with top leaders in the field. The Associate Editor
will also be responsible for engaging and building connections with
scientists from this active research community core to the success
of the journal.While no editorial experience is required, we expect
familiarity with the review process as an author and referee. We
will train you to develop the skills to be a successful member of
our team.APS has a "remote first" concept that promotes equal
treatment and equal access within the United States, independent of
physical work location, with a majority of staff working primarily
from remote work locations. APS values diversity and welcomes
candidates from a variety of backgrounds. APS offers a dynamic work
environment with an outstanding total compensation package,
including salary, outstanding benefits, and excellent paid time
off.Responsibilities:
- Evaluate manuscripts in alignment with the editorial standards
of the journal or journals, deciding whether to editorially reject
or proceed with peer review.
- Manage the peer review process including selecting referees,
communicating with authors and referees, and resolving conflicting
recommendations.
- Support the manuscript post-acceptance process, as needed,
including the acquisition of editorial summaries and images and the
resolution of production issues.
- Perform editorial checks to ensure the overall quality and
timeliness of published papers.
- Maintain high ethical standards and fairness at all editorial
stages, ensuring that decisions align with editorial policy and
practice.
- Gain mastery of the peer-review management system.
- Represent the journals and APS at scientific conferences.
- Actively engage and develop strong relationships and trust with
a broad network of researchers.
- Contribute to journal-level projects and strategy, such as
content commissioning, social media, organizing outreach events,
and data analytics.
- Actively contribute to ensuring the journals are diverse,
equitable, and inclusive.Education:A PhD and postdoctoral
experience in condensed matter physics or a related
field.Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- A minimum of one year of postdoctoral experience.
- Minimal editorial experience required.
- Knowledge of the scientific research literature and existing
research groups in the area of coverage.
- Strong sense of integrity.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to make independent decisions and evaluations.
- Strong sense of responsibility and a proven commitment to the
job.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and fluctuations in
volume of work.
- Strong organization, documentation, and prioritization
skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and efficiency.
- Ability to work well with interdepartmental teams as well as
independently.Travel:This role involves occasional travel,
approximately up to 10%, for meetings with APS staff, departmental
gatherings, and interactions with colleagues in the Long Island,
NY, Washington, DC, and College Park, MD areas. Additionally, the
position requires travel to attend conferences and events, and to
interact with researchers at their institutions and
universities.Salary:The salary range for this position takes into
account various factors influencing compensation decisions, such as
skill sets, experience, training, and other business and
organizational requirements. The salary listed within the specified
ranges considers relevant experience. Our compensation philosophy
at APS aims to maintain salaries at the midpoint of the market. As
a result, we typically hire within the target starting range.
Exceptional, rare cases may merit reviews above target starting
range for specialized or niche skills aligned with strategic
operational goals.Hiring Range: $81,060/year - $110,384/year
(USD)Target Starting Range: $81,060/year - $90,130/year (USD)
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