Associate Editor or Senior Editor, Nature Methods
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Associate Editor: $80,000 | Senior Editor: $95,000
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life insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 United States, New Jersey, Jersey City | |
 Jul 23, 2025 | |
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Title:Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Methods Organization: Nature Portfolio Locations: New York, Jersey City, Shanghai or Beijing Closing Date: August 3, 2025 About Springer Nature Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature. 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 Nature Portfolio is a world leader in publishing high-quality research. The Nature Portfolio journals include Nature, the Nature Research journals, the Nature Reviews journals, Nature Communications as well as the Communications journals and NPJ series. About the Role Do you love science but feel that a career at the bench isn't enough to sate your desire to learn more about scientific research? Do you enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research? If the answer is 'yes' to any or all these questions, you could be the person we're looking for to join the Nature Portfolio editorial team. Springer Nature is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor to join the editorial team of Nature Methods. To help us to build on the success of the portfolio, we're seeking an editorwith experience in microscopy, imaging techniques and cell biology who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet. This exciting position involves being part of a team of editors that will work closely - and flexibly - with the existing Nature Research Journals, such as Nature Methods. The ideal candidate would be a critical thinker with a deep understanding of their subject, curiosity and a desire to learn about areas beyond it, and who can think on their feet also be highly motivated, be able to work well both independently and in a team environment, and have excellent communication skills. This is a permanent position within the Nature Portfolio. The successful applicant will primarily support Nature Methods and may collaborate closely with other Nature Portfolio journals as needed. Please note that responsibilities and journal assignments may evolve over time in response to portfolio needs. Role responsibilities:
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The successful candidates will report to the Head of Research Cross-Journal Team. This demanding and intellectually stimulating role is being offered in the following editorial offices in the US (New York, Jersey City) or China (Shanghai, Beijing). The position is offered on a permanent basis, and its starting date is envisaged as soon as possible. Applicants should include a CVdetailing your education, employment history, list of published scientific papers, and any achievements demonstrating your suitability for the position, a covering letter explaining their interest in the position, preferred office of employment, and a separate file with aa concise discussion of a recent scientific development that you have found particularly exciting, and why (should not exceed 1 page). Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below: * Medical, Dental and Vision * 401(k) with company match and contribution * Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off * Flexible Spending and Commuter programs * Multiple Life insurance options * Disability coverage * Tuition Assistance * Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance * Employee Assistance Program * Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts * An array of Employee Social Networks US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $80,000 | Senior Editor: $95,000. 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 https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf poster. At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent. 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 If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers/ #LI-DT1 Job Posting End Date: 4-08-2025 | |