Associate or Senior Editor (life sciences), Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team, Nature Portfolio

Job title: Associate or Senior Editor (life sciences), Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team, Nature Portfolio  

Locations: Beijing, Shanghai, Madrid, Pune, New Delhi - hybrid working

Closing date: 20th July 2026

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About the Role

Springer Nature is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor to join the Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team.   

This exciting position involves being part of a team of editors that will work closely — and flexibly — with the existing Nature Research Journals. The ideal candidate would be a critical thinker with a deep understanding of their subject, curiosity and a desire to learn about areas beyond it, and who can think on their feet.  

Role responsibilities: 

• Managing editorial processes relating to manuscript assessment and the peer-review process -  Manuscript Assessment, Critical Scientific Evaluation, Communicates Effectively, Decision Quality, Publishing Workflows & Systems .
• Commissioning, editing, and writing content for journals -  Scientific & Academic Writing .
• Working closely with Chief Editors and journal teams, while reporting to the Head of the Research Cross-Journal Team, on other aspects of journal content and strategy, as appropriate -  Collaboration, Scientific Comprehension .

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

• Research experience to PhD level (or equivalent) in any basic biology research with a particular emphasis on but not limited to neuroscience, genetics/genomics, molecular biology, or a closely aligned discipline.
• A keen interest in research both within and beyond your specialty. 
• The ability to absorb and understand new areas of research. 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time management and work prioritization skills.
• Postdoctoral experience is not required but would be a plus .
• Previous editorial experience is desirable but not essential.
• Additional expertise in related disciplines would be advantageous.

To Apply, please upload the required materials (below) to your application:

• A brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role, relevant experience, preferred office location, salary expectations and current notice period. 
• A CV detailing your education, employment history, list of published scientific papers, and any achievements demonstrating your suitability for the position.
• A concise discussion of a recent scientific development that you have found particularly exciting, and why (should not exceed 1 page). This should not be solely focused on only one article published in a journal.

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