Associate or Senior Editor Materials and Devices Nature Communications

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Job title: Associate or Senior Editor (Materials and Devices)Organisation: Nature CommunicationsLocation: London, Berlin, New York, ShanghaiClosing date: September 6th, 2021Nature Research is the worlds leader in publishing high-quality research fromacross 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, were seeking a scientist with a background in any area of materials, devices, or related engineering fields who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who canthink on their feet.The Associate/Senior Editor role at Nature Communications is ideal for researchers who love science but feel that a career at the bench isnt enough to sate your desire to learn more about the natural world and for those who enjoy readingpapers outside their chosen area of research.The responsibilities include: Handling original research papers, and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review. Makingwell-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 internationalscientific community. Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.To be considered for the position, you will have: A PhD (or equivalent) materials, devices, or related areas including, but not limited to electronic materials, device physics,or active matter. Some postdoctoral research experience is preferred but not essential. 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 breadthof your interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your speciality and across the wider field of materials/devices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in English (written and spoken). The ability to read and assessthe 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 arelooking for in the papers we seek to publish.This role can be located in our London, Berlin, New York, or Shanghai office. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. Candidates are working remotely until the office re-opens and will be expectedto be in the office in line with our working from home policy. Editorial experience is not required as full training is given, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will potentially be considered for Senior Editorpositions.Applicants should include a CV, a cover letter explaining their interest in the post and their preferred office of employment, and a separate concise (300-400 words) discussion of recent scientific developments in any area related to materials/devicesthat you found particularly exciting, stating why.Closing date: September 6, 2021Candidates will be considered as they apply.At Springer Nature we value and celebrate the diversity of our people. We recognise the many benefits of a diverse workforce and strivefor an inclusive workplace that empowers all our colleagues to thrive. Our search for the best talent fully encompasses and embraces these values and principles.Visit the Springer Nature Editorial and Publishing website at editorial-and-publishing-jobs formore information about our Research E&P career opportunities.