Associate/Senior Editor, Nature Human Behaviour

Springer Nature

. Assess research manuscripts for quality, scientific advance and suitability, and oversee peer review .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeShanghai • ChinaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing research manuscripts and overseeing peer review processes, with a strong understanding of scientific integrity standards and trends in computational science and quantitative social sciences. Excellent communication skills and a passion for engaging with the scientific community are essential.

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PhD In Computational ScienceUnderstanding Of Scientific Integrity StandardsExcellent Communication SkillsEditorial ExperienceEngagement With Scientific Community

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Hard Skills

Research Manuscript AssessmentPeer Review OversightEditorial Policy DevelopmentContent EditingScientific Research Evaluation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPassion For ScienceAbility To Collaborate

Tools & Technologies

Social Media Content PromotionPress Release Writing

Industry Keywords

Quantitative Social SciencesScientific Community EngagementNature PortfolioHuman Behaviour Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess research manuscripts for quality, scientific advance and suitability, and oversee peer review
Commission and edit opinion and review content for the journal’s magazine section
Work with authors and reviewers to ensure a rigorous and constructive editorial process
Engage with the scientific community and attract submissions through conferences, site visits and outreach
Promote published research through press releases and social media content
Contribute to editorial policies and processes and maintain scientific integrity standards
Work with the Chief Editor and editorial team to develop journal strategy
Collaborate with colleagues across Nature Portfolio and contribute to the wider editorial community
Primarily support Nature Human Behaviour and collaborate with other Nature Portfolio journals as needed
Report to the Chief Editor of the journal

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD (or equivalent) in a field related to computational science or any of the quantitative social sciences
Additional research experience valuable but not needed
Thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field
Passion for science and demonstrated breadth of interest in scientific research, within and beyond speciality
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluent English (written and spoken)
Ability to read and assess the contribution, context and implications of research from different disciplines
Eagerness to travel and meet scientists worldwide
Editorial experience is not required; applicants with editorial experience may be considered for Senior Editor positions
CV, covering letter, preferred office of employment, and a separate file containing a concise discussion of recent scientific developments in human behaviour research (500 words maximum)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working model
Permanent position
Inclusion and accommodations for disability, neurodivergence or chronic conditions