Associate or Senior Editor, Communications AI – Computing

Springer Nature

. Make well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts using expert advice and journal policies .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeShanghai • ChinaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in editorial decision-making and policy development within AI and computational sciences, with strong communication skills and a commitment to promoting open science.

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PhD Level Research ExperienceMachine LearningEditorial ExperienceExcellent Communication SkillsFluency in English

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Hard Skills

Algorithm DevelopmentComputational Social ScienceComputational NeuroscienceComputational LinguisticsResearch AssessmentEditorial Decision-MakingPolicy DevelopmentScientific Reporting StandardsContent CommissioningResearch Promotion

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPassion for ScienceDesire to Learn

Industry Keywords

Open ScienceAI EthicsResearch InstitutionsScientific ResearchEditorial PoliciesConference ReportingResearch HighlightsSpecial Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Make well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts using expert advice and journal policies
Contribute to editorial policies and guidelines for AI and computational sciences, focusing on open science
Advise authors on titles, abstracts, introductions, structure, and reporting standards
Recruit, support, and engage external editors
Commission Reviews, Perspectives, and Comment articles
Attend conferences and meetings and visit research institutions
Report on conference, meeting, and institutional visit activities
Promote published works through press releases or Research Highlights
Contribute editorial content to special projects or collections

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD level research experience in machine learning, including algorithm development, computational social science, computational neuroscience, and/or computational linguistics
Candidates from other AI-related disciplines, especially with clear ethical and policy relevance, are welcome
Ability to read and assess the novelty, context, and implications of research from different disciplines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Fluency in English, written and spoken
Passion for science and desire to learn more
Breadth of interest in scientific research within and beyond specialty
Editorial experience, postdoctoral experience, and broad training are advantageous but not essential
Must upload a brief cover letter, CV, and a brief outline of no more than 300 words about an exciting development in AI or computational science
Do not use AI to enhance the writing of the 300-word outline

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working model
Permanent position
Disability, neurodivergence and chronic condition accommodations
Inclusion and diversity-focused work environment