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Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Mechanical Engineering
Springer Nature. Join the editorial team of Nature Mechanical Engineering as an Associate or Senior Editor .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in editorial decision-making and manuscript management, with a strong foundation in scientific research and communication. Capable of contributing to content strategy and collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders in the academic publishing field.
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PhDResearch ExperienceEditorial ExperienceLiterary SkillsCommunication Skills
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Hard Skills
Manuscript ManagementPeer Review OversightContent DevelopmentResearch Paper HandlingEditorial Writing
Soft Skills
CollaborationAdaptabilityCritical Thinking
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Nature Mechanical EngineeringScientific KnowledgePostdoctoral ExperienceEditorial Decision-MakingResearch Institutions
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Join the editorial team of Nature Mechanical Engineering as an Associate or Senior Editor
- Help shape, develop, and establish the journal
- Handle original research papers
- Manage manuscript selection, oversee peer review, and make well-reasoned editorial decisions
- Contribute to content development and strategy in the represented area
- Commission and edit Reviews, Perspectives, and Comments
- Write editorials
- Work extensively with editors at other Nature portfolio journals
- Attend conferences and visit research institutions
Requirements
What you’ll need- Applicants must have a PhD
- Strong track record in research relevant to the fields covered in the journal
- Broad scientific knowledge and training
- Excellent literary and communication skills
- Ability to absorb new areas of research
- Postdoctoral experience (desirable)
- Previous editorial experience (desirable)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid working model
- Inclusive work environment
- Workplace accommodations for disability, neurodivergence, or chronic conditions
- Protected-category employment support under Italian Law 68/99 (for Milan positions)