Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Polymer Chemistry) Position Available In New York, New York

Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Polymer Chemistry) locations
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Enddatum:

5. Juli 2025 (Noch 13 Tage Zeit für Bewerbung)
job requisition id

JR103272

Job Title:

Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Polymer Chemistry)

Locations:

New York, Jersey City, Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing, Milan or Madrid – Hybrid working model Closing date: July 5th – early applications will be prioritized About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 180 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow.

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//group.springernature.com/ and follow @SpringerNature / @SpringerNatureGroup About The Brand 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 Research 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 a scientist with a background in Polymer Chemistry with a focus on polymer materials in general or experience in any of these fields: polymer synthesis, polymer materials and characterization who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet. About the Role The Associate/Senior Editor role at Nature Communications is ideal for researchers who love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to sate your desire to learn more about the natural world and for those who enjoy reading papers outside their chosen area of research. This role can be located in our New York, Jersey City, Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing, Milan or Madrid offices on a hybrid working model. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis.

Role 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.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

Essential A PhD (or equivalent) in polymer chemistry with a focus on polymer synthesis, polymer materials or polymer processing.
A thorough understanding of the fundamentals of the subject 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 specialty and across the wider field of polymer chemistry.
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.

Desirable:

Postdoc Research experience is preferred but not essential. Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will potentially be considered for Senior Editor positions. To apply, you should include: A CV A cover letter explaining your interest in the post Closing date: July 5th – early applications will be prioritized Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below: 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 An array of

Employee Social Networks US Annualized Base Salary Range:

Associate Editor:

$80,000 /

Senior Editor:

$95,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country. Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following poster: www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work HERE. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit our career page HERE. #LI-MD1

Job Posting End Date:

20-06-2025