Associate or Senior Editor – Nature Human Behaviour

Springer Nature

Editor for Nature Human Behaviour journal emphasizing rigorous scientific practices across various disciplines. Engaging with research globally in a hybrid role with educational publishing focus.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeShanghai • 🇨🇳 ChinaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in editorial processes, including manuscript selection and peer review, while effectively communicating with a diverse range of stakeholders in the scientific community. Holds a PhD in computational science or quantitative social sciences, with a strong understanding of current trends in the field.

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PhD In Computational ScienceEditorial Decision-MakingPeer Review OversightExcellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

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Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsPassion For ScienceAbility To Assess Research

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Editorial ProcessManuscript SelectionContent StrategyScientific CommunityQuantitative Social SciencesResearch TrendsInternational Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handling original research papers and working closely with editor teams 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.
Contributing to content and strategy in this area at Nature Human Behaviour and other Nature Portfolio journals as needed.
Commissioning and editing content such as Reviews, or writing editorials.
Liaising extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature Portfolio and with experts in the international scientific community.
Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.

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
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, including fluent English (written and spoken)
The ability to read and assess the contribution, context and implications of research submitted to the journal from different disciplines
Be eager to travel and meet scientists worldwide

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Hybrid working model