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Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor (Computational Biology), Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team, Nature Portfolio. Springer Nature is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor to join the Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team.. Research experience to PhD level (or equivalent) - ideally with a strong background in any areas of computational biology.. Editorial experience is also not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a Senior Editor position.. US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $74,000 | Senior Editor $91,000.

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Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor (Computational Biology), Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team, Nature Portfolio Locations: New York, Shanghai, Beijing, Jersey City, or Philadelphia (Hybrid Working model) Deadline: 20 August 2024 About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 175 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow. About The Brand Nature Portfolio is a flagship portfolio of journals, products and services including Nature and the Nature-branded journals, dedicated to serving the scientific community. Visit nature.com and follow @Nature / @NaturePortfolio About the Role: Springer Nature is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor to join the Research Cross-Journal Editorial Team. This exciting position involve being part of a team of editors that will work closely — and flexibly — with the existing Nature Research Journals. Ideal candidate would be a critical thinker with a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet. The main focus of these roles is to support editorial processes relating to manuscript assessment and the peer-review process; there will also be opportunities to commission, edit and write content for these journals. Successful candidates will work with different Nature Research Journals, working closely with Chief Editors and journal teams, while reporting to the Head of the Research Cross-Journal Team. Experience, Skills, & Qualifications: <ul><li>Research experience to PhD level (or equivalent) - ideally with a strong background in any areas of computational biology.</li><li>A passion for science and a thirst to learn more. You must be able to demonstrate the breadth of your interest in scientific research and technological developments, both within and beyond your speciality. (Note that extensive editorial training is offered to help new editors become comfortable with handling a broad field of research.)</li><li>The ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the nature journals from different areas of this discipline.</li><li>Excellent time-management skills in order to efficiently navigate multiple time-sensitive activities and shifting priorities.</li><li>Be eager to interact with scientists worldwide, 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.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in English (written and spoken). </li></ul>These are challenging and intellectually stimulating roles that call for highly motivated individuals with excellent writing, speaking, and time-management skills; candidates should have the ability to absorb new areas quickly and must have a keen interest in the practice and communication of science. Applicants must have a relevant PhD (or equivalent); postdoctoral experience may be an advantage but is not required. Editorial experience is also not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a Senior Editor position. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis and can be located in our New York, Shanghai, Beijing, Jersey City, or Philadelphia (Hybrid Working) offices. The candidates will be considered as they apply, therefore, early applications are encouraged. To apply, please send: <ul><li>a brief cover letter explaining why you would like to join the team, relevant experience, preferred office location, salary expectations and current notice period;</li><li>a CV;</li><li>a ‘Research Highlight’-style piece (up to 300 words) summarizing a recent, exciting literature paper, similar to those published in Nature Research Journals. Please indicate, in a few sentences, why this paper is worthy of highlighting and specify which Nature Research Journal it could be published in. The paper you highlight should not be from your own (or previous) research group and should not have been published in Nature Journals. </li></ul>Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below: <ul><li> Medical, Dental and Vision</li><li> 401(k) with company match and contribution</li><li> Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off</li><li> Flexible Spending and Commuter programs</li><li> Multiple Life insurance options</li><li> Disability coverage</li><li> Tuition Assistance</li><li> Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance</li><li> Employee Assistance Program</li><li> Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts</li><li> An array of Employee Social Networks </li></ul>US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $74,000 | Senior Editor $91,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country. Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster Internal applicants: We encourage that you speak to your manager once the interview process has started. At the point of offer acceptance, it is required that you inform your manager. If for any reason you’re unable to do so, please contact HR who can provide guidance as required. At Springer Nature we value the diversity of our teams. We recognize the many benefits of a diverse workforce with equitable opportunities for everyone. We strive for an inclusive workplace that empowers all our colleagues to thrive. Our search for the best talent fully encompasses and embraces these values and principles. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here. https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion. For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://wd3.myworkday.com/springernature/. For more information on the Nature family of journals: https://www.nature.com/nature-portfolio/about/nature-and-nature-branded-research-journals At Springer Nature, we are committed to creating a great working environment which includes the benefits you receive, opportunities for you to develop your skills and ways to get to know your colleagues. Some of these include: Job Posting End Date: 20-08-2024

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