Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Human Behaviour team)

Springer Nature

9d • $80,000 - $95,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Springer Nature is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor to join the Human Behaviour team at Nature Communications. The role is suited to a researcher with expertise in political science, economics, or a closely related discipline, and a research focus on understanding individual behaviour. The editor will handle original research manuscripts, assess scientific quality, novelty and suitability for publication, and manage manuscript selection and peer review. They will work with authors, reviewers and other stakeholders, represent the journal in the scientific community, and contribute to editorial policies and publishing processes.

The editor will partner with the Chief Editor on journal development strategy, identify growth opportunities, attract high-quality submissions, commission reviews and special collections, and develop content showcasing published research. The role also involves sharing expertise and supporting collaboration across the Nature Portfolio editorial team. This is a permanent position based at one of the offices in Shanghai, Pune or New York, with hybrid working. The successful candidate will report to a Chief Editor in the health and clinical sciences division at Nature Communications. Responsibilities and journal assignments may evolve in response to portfolio needs. Applicants should submit a CV and covering letter explaining their interest and preferred office.

Requirements

• A PhD or equivalent in political science, economics or a closely related field.
• A thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field.
• A passion for science and a broad interest in scientific research within and beyond the candidate’s speciality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Ability to assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted from different areas of the discipline.
• Willingness to travel and meet scientists worldwide.
• Applicants must submit a CV and a covering letter describing their interest in the position and preferred office.

Nice To Haves

• Additional research experience.
• Significant editorial experience; editorial experience is not required, but experienced applicants may be considered for Senior Editor positions.

Responsibilities

• Handle original research manuscripts and critically assess their quality, novelty and suitability for publication while managing manuscript selection and peer review.
• Deliver high-quality editorial services in accordance with journal standards, ensuring accuracy, consistency and adherence to publication timelines.
• Work with authors and reviewers to ensure a rigorous and transparent review process and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Represent the journal in the scientific community and engage with researchers and industry experts to understand emerging trends, priorities and publishing needs.
• Contribute to the improvement of editorial policies, peer review practices and publishing processes to uphold scientific integrity and enhance the journal’s impact and reputation.
• Build partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, manage competing priorities and expectations, and use conflict management and relationship-building skills to resolve challenges and support smooth editorial operations.
• Partner with the Chief Editor to execute the journal’s development strategy, identify growth opportunities, strengthen journal positioning and support long-term objectives.
• Attract high-quality submissions, commission reviews and special collections, and collaborate with the scientific community on publishing initiatives.
• Develop scientific and academic content to showcase published research.
• Share expertise, support colleagues and promote knowledge exchange across the Nature Portfolio editorial team.

Benefits

• US employees may be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance; an employee assistance program; paid vacation and sick time; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree