Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Digital health and computational biology)

Springer Nature•Jersey City, NJ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature. Nature Portfolio is a flagship portfolio of journals, products and services including Nature and the Nature-branded journals, dedicated to serving the scientific community. Visit nature.com and follow @Nature / @NaturePortfolio Nature Portfolio is the world’s leader in publishing high-quality research from across the natural sciences. Its journals include Nature, the Nature Research journals, the Nature Reviews journals and Nature Communications. Nature Communications is the leading multidisciplinary Open Access journal, publishing high-quality scientific research. To help us to build on the success of this journal, we’re seeking an editor with a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet. We are looking for a candidate with experience in the use of computational tools for public health ; experience in infectious diseases is desired but we will also consider candidates with experience in non-communicable diseases.. Do you love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to sate your desire to learn more about the world? Do you enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research? If the answer is ‘yes’ to any or all of these questions, you could be the person we’re looking for to join the editorial team of Nature Communications. This demanding and intellectually stimulating role is located to one of our offices. This role can be in our New York, Jersey City, Phialdelphia or Shanghai offices (hybrid working). The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis.

Requirements

A PhD (or equivalent) in a field related to digital health and computational biology.
A thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field is essential.
A passion for science and a thirst to learn more.
You must be able to demonstrate the breadth of your interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your speciality.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in English (written and spoken).
The ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the journal from different areas of this discipline.
Be eager to travel and meet scientists worldwide, learn more about them and their research, and help them learn more about us and what we are looking for in the papers we seek to publish.

Nice To Haves

Additional research experience is valuable but not necessary.
Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will potentially be considered for Senior Editor positions.
experience in infectious diseases is desired but we will also consider candidates with experience in non-communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

Handling original research papers and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
Making well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in the light of expert advice.
Determining the representation of their subject in the journal.
Liaising extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature family and with experts in the international scientific community.
Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.
Commission and edit Reviews, and write Editorials

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts