Associate Editor

American Physical Society

. Evaluate the scientific content and impact of manuscripts critically and independently .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $83,041 - $113,143 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating scientific manuscripts and managing the peer review process, with a strong focus on maintaining ethical standards and quality in condensed matter and materials physics. Engages effectively with researchers and editorial teams to contribute to high-level editorial strategies and initiatives.

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PhD In PhysicsPostdoctoral Experience In Condensed Matter PhysicsPublished In Major JournalsReferee Experience In Physical Review BExcellent Interpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Manuscript EvaluationPeer Review ManagementEditorial Decision MakingScientific Literature KnowledgeResearch Group Awareness

Soft Skills

Strong Sense Of IntegrityExcellent Organizational SkillsIndependent Decision Making

Tools & Technologies

Peer Review Tools

Industry Keywords

Condensed Matter PhysicsMaterials PhysicsPhysical Review BEditorial StandardsScientific Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate the scientific content and impact of manuscripts critically and independently
Manage all aspects of peer review
Decide whether to editorially reject manuscripts or proceed with peer review based on journal acceptance criteria and scope
Maintain ethical standards and fairness throughout editorial stages
Participate in everyday journal initiatives, including highlighting and attracting top content
Contribute to high-level editorial strategies and engage with Editorial Board members
Participate in editorial and cross-departmental projects supporting APS goals
Represent the journals and APS at scientific conferences and give presentations
Interact with key researchers and groups at pertinent laboratories and institutions, including through social media
Develop strong relationships and trust with researchers from academia and industry
Maintain Physical Review quality standards, general style guidelines, and technical matters
Communicate with authors, internal support staff, and external vendors
Use tools to conduct, analyze, and enhance the peer-review process
Travel occasionally, approximately up to 10%, for APS meetings, departmental gatherings, and interactions in the Long Island, NY, Washington, DC, and College Park, MD areas
Travel worldwide to attend conferences and events and interact with researchers at their institutions and universities

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD is required in Physics or adjacent areas
A minimum of one year of postdoctoral experience in condensed matter and materials physics
Published in major journals within the scope of Physical Review B
Proven referee experience in the topical areas of Physical Review B
Excellent knowledge of the scientific literature in condensed matter and materials physics
Knowledge of existing research groups in the area of coverage
Acute awareness of current developments
Passion for learning and sharing research in all fields covered by the journal
Strong sense of integrity
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to make independent decisions and evaluations
Ability to apply journal policies and practices and make sound editorial judgments
Ability to work during the core 9 am to 5 pm Eastern Standard Time workday
This position does not include visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedules and ability to work remotely
8% employer-paid retirement contribution
100% employer-paid investment advisement services
Medical benefits: PPO or HDHP option
Employer contribution to HSA account, eligibility based on medical plan enrollment
Lifestyle Spending benefit up to $1,500.00 (USD), 100% employer paid
Vision benefits: individual and dependent coverage, 100% employer paid
Basic Life & Accident insurance, employee coverage 100% employer paid
Supplemental Life & Accident insurance, including spouse & dependent child(ren) coverage
Disability insurance, employee coverage 100% employer paid
Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness insurance
Healthcare, Commuter & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Vacation: 15 days annually
Generous holiday leave: 17 paid office closures; includes one week closure at the end of December
Personal leave: 4 days annually
Volunteer leave: 1 day annually
Sick leave: 10 days annually
Bereavement & Compassion leave: 2 -15 days based on loss
12 weeks employer-paid family leave
College tuition reimbursement plan
Job related seminar & continuing education
Professional Certification/Recertification Training and professional development
Access to LinkedIn Learning on-demand courses
Employee Assistance Program
Mindfulness Meditation: live and on-demand classes
International travel opportunities
APS does not offer relocation assistance/costs