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Associate or Senior Editor, Polymer Materials
Springer Nature. Handle original research papers and work closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Polymer Chemistry, particularly in Polymer Synthesis, Materials, and Processing, while effectively communicating with the scientific community and making informed editorial decisions on research manuscripts.
Highest-signal resume keywords
PhD In Polymer ChemistryPolymer SynthesisPolymer MaterialsExcellent Communication SkillsFluency In English
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Hard Skills
Polymer ChemistryPeer Review OversightEditorial Decision MakingResearch AssessmentScientific Writing
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsPassion For ScienceEagerness To LearnAbility To Travel
Industry Keywords
Scientific ResearchEditorial ProcessTrends In Polymer ChemistryInternational Scientific Community
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Handle original research papers and work closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process
- Select manuscripts and oversee peer review
- Make well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts using expert advice
- Determine the representation of the subject in the journal
- Liaise with editors at other Nature family journals and experts in the international scientific community
- Attend conferences and visit research institutions
- Meet scientists worldwide, learn about their research, and communicate what papers the journal seeks to publish
Requirements
What you’ll need- A PhD (or equivalent) in polymer chemistry with a focus on polymer synthesis, polymer materials or polymer processing
- Some postdoctoral research experience is preferred but not essential
- Thorough understanding of the fundamentals of polymer chemistry
- Thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field
- Passion for science and thirst to learn more
- Breadth of interest in scientific research within and beyond speciality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Fluency in English, written and spoken
- Ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of submitted research across different areas of the discipline
- Eagerness to travel and meet scientists worldwide
- Editorial experience is not required; significant editorial experience is encouraged for Senior Editor consideration
Benefits
Comp & perks- Hybrid working available
- Full-time, permanent employment
- Qualified internal candidates from other locations will also be considered
- Disability, neurodivergence, and chronic-condition accommodations available