Job Description

Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor (materials, devices and methods for environmental applications), Nature Communications
Organisation: Nature Portfolio
Locations: London, New York, Philadelphia or Washington DC - hybrid working model
Closing date: 17th June
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About the Role
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 materials science, with focus on the design and characterization of functional inorganic materials, who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think 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 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 London, New York, Philadelphia or Washington DC offices on a hybrid working model. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis.
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.
• 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 inorganic materials chemistry and materials science areas including, but not limited to the design and characterization of inorganic or hybrid functional materials for separation, storage, thermal and mechanical applications, chemical sensing, catalysts and adsorbents for environmental remediations, design and processing of structural materials.
• 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 speciality and across the wider field of biomaterials.
• 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:

• Some postdoctoral 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

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If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation.
US employees are eligible for benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life and AD&D insurance, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, paid vacation and sick time, flexible spending accounts, and a 401k retirement savings plan.
In order to comply with various pay transparency laws and legislations in the United States, the salary range and benefits for this position are included. This information is only applicable to US-based candidates and the actual salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. Salary ranges differ by country due to various local market considerations. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.
US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor:$80,000 / Senior Editor: $95,000.
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Job Posting End Date: 18-06-2025