Springer Nature

InterimAssociateorSeniorEditor,CommunicationsBiology

£55–75k ~AI est. London, United Kingdom; Pune, India FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Interim Associate or Senior Editor, Communications Biology at Springer Nature. Skills: Editorial process, Peer review, Scientific evaluation. Handle original research papers. Work closely with other editors”

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

PhD in relevant biology discipline, Research background in Metabolism, Genetics or Immunology, Genuine passion for scientific communication, Promoting rigor and transparency in reporting research, Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Fluent in English (written and spoken), Ability to read and assess novelty, context and implications of research, 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 on manuscripts

Engage with external editorial board

Guide and assist external editors

Recruit new board members

Train new board members

Liaise with editors at other journals

Liaise with experts in scientific community

Visit research institutions

Commission content including Reviews

Commission content including Perspectives

Commission content including Comment articles

Contribute to defining journal strategy

Contribute to editorial policies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working alongside journal's Editorial Board; Liaising extensively with editors

Communication Scope

Scientific communication

Full Job Description

**Job Title: Interim Associate or Senior Editor, Communications Biology** **Location: London or Pune – Hybrid working model** **Application deadline: 16****th**** June** **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 and follow @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 Scientific Reports. Together, these journals publish some of the world's most significant scientific discoveries. Online, 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 and follow @NaturePortfolio. **About the Role** We are looking for an Associate Editor with research experience in relevant scientific areas in biology to join [ _Communi

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