Associate/Senior Editor, Nature Communications – Human Behaviour

Springer Nature

Associate/Senior Editor in Nature Communications focused on human behavior research publications. Involves editorial decisions, community liaison, and scientific assessment of research submissions.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeNew York City • New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handling original research papers and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
Making well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in the light of expert advice.
Determining the representation of their subject in the journal.
Liaising extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature family and with experts in the international scientific community.
Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.
Commissioning and editing reviews, and writing editorials.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD in the quantitative social sciences or in computational science.
We especially welcome applicants who have experience with mathematical/computational modelling and simulations
Significant research experience is preferred.
A thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field is essential.
A passion for science and a thirst to learn more.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in English (written and spoken).
The ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the journal.
Be eager to travel and meet 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.
Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will potentially be considered for Senior Editor positions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

PhDquantitative social sciencescomputational sciencemathematical modellingcomputational modellingsimulationsresearch experienceeditorial experience

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsfluent in Englishability to assess research noveltypassion for sciencethirst to learneagerness to travel