Springer Nature
AssociateEditor
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“Associate Editor at Springer Nature. Skills: Manuscript selection, Peer review, Editorial strategy. Handle original research papers. Work closely with other editors”
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
PhD in biology discipline, Research background in Immunology, Genuine passion for scientific communication, Promoting rigor and transparency, Excellent communication skills, Excellent interpersonal skills, Fluent in English, Ability to read and assess novelty, Desire to interact with scientists worldwide
Nice to Have
Postdoctoral experience, Significant editorial experience
What You'll Do.
Handle original research papers
Work closely with other editors
Make editorial decisions
Engage with external editorial board
Guide external editors
Assist external editors
Recruit new board members
Train new board members
Liaise with editors at other journals
Liaise with international scientific community
Visit research institutions
Define journal strategy
Define editorial policies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with other editors; Engage with editorial board; Liaise with editors; Liaise with scientific community
Communication Scope
English fluency
Full Job Description
**Job Title: Associate Editor, Communications Biology** **Location: Pune, Shanghai or Beijing - Hybrid working model** **Applications Deadline:****24th June****2026** **** **About Springer Nature** 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_](https://group.springernature.com/gp/group) and @SpringerNature. **About The Brand** Nature Portfolio’s high-quality journals and services across the life, physical, chemical and applied sciences help move science and society forward. Nature Portfolio is home to the leading, international weekly journal of science, Nature – founded in 1869. It is also home to the Nature research and Nature Reviews journals, the leading open access multidisciplinary journal _Nature Communications_ , and open access journals including _Communications_ journals. Together, these journals publish some of the world's most significant scientific discoveries. Online, [_nature.com_](https://www.nature.com/) provides over nine million unique visitors per month with content, including news and comment from the Nature journal, and the leading scientific jobs board, Nature Careers. As part of Springer Nature, Nature Portfolio also offers a range of researcher services, including online and in-person training. For more information, please visit [_nature.com_](https://www.nature.com/) and follow @NaturePortfolio. **About the Role** We have a te
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