Associate or Senior Editor, Communications Physics

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Philadelphia, United States Springer Nature Group Full time

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Job Position: Associate or Senior Editor, Communications Physics

Company: Springer Nature

Department: Communications and NPJ's - Physical and Applied Sciences

Location:  Berlin, New York, Jersey City, Washington DC, or Philadelphia

Closing Date: Tuesday 30th April 2024

Associate or Senior Editor, Communications Physics

Nature Portfolio is the world's leader in publishing high-quality research from across the naturalsciences. We are currently seeking an Associate or Senior Editor with research experience in physics to join – a selective multidisciplinary open access journal, part of the Nature Portfolio, publishing high-quality scientific research across physics and related sciences.

We are interested in hearing from individuals with a strong understanding of their subject, an interest beyond it and with a background in one of the physics subdisciplines below:

Quantum science and technology, including quantum gases. Soft matter physics Statistical physics and computation

If you love science, are passionate about science communication, and enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research, you could be the person we are looking for to join our lovely team at Communications Physics.

Key tasks:

Handling original research papers and working closely with other editors and editorial board members 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. Commissioning content for the journal such as reviews, comments, or perspectives Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

Research experience to PhD level (or equivalent) in a discipline covered by the journal. A passion for science and a desire to learn more. You must be able to demonstrate the breadth of your interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your speciality. The ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the journal from different disciplines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and fluency in English (written and spoken). An eagerness to meet scientists worldwide, online and in person, and to 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. A good handle of social media platforms would be desirable. Be comfortable with working in a fast-paced collaborative environment – team spirit is essential. Demonstrate an interest to writing news-type, non-specialist features for the journal or other communication outlets. Editorial experience if applying for the senior editor role.

Please apply by sending:

A brief cover letter telling us who you are and why you want to become a full-time journal editor. Please also mention your salary expectations and your preferred location. Your CV, detailing your education, relevant employment history, list of published research papers, and any other achievements that you feel demonstrate your suitability for the position. A concise discussion (max 300 words) of two recent scientific developments in quantum technology which you have found particularly exciting (explaining why). Please specify the geographical location you wish to work in.

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At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here

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 listed below. This information is only applicable to US-based candidates and the actual salary offer may vary based on work experience, education and skill level. Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $74,000 / Senior Editor: $91,000. 



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