Communications

• Handling original research papers, and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review - Manuscript Assessment, Critical Scientific Evaluation, Decision Quality, Publishing Workflows & Systems, Scientific & Academic Writing.
• 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 - Collaboration, Scientific Comprehension.
• Attending conferences and visiting research institutions - Communicates Effectively.

Associate or Senior Editor, Materials Science

• Develop and execute A1's global communications strategy.
• Build relationships with technology, business and mainstream media.
• Develop media angles and proactively secure high-quality press coverage.
• Write and edit press releases, announcements, company updates and executive communications.
• Shape company messaging, positioning and product narratives.
• Prepare founders and executives for media interviews, conferences and public appearances.
• Develop communication plans around product launches, partnerships and major company milestones.
• Monitor media coverage and identify opportunities to strengthen A1's brand.
• Work closely with product, recruiting and leadership teams to ensure consistent external messaging.
• Support crisis communications and reputation management when required.

Global Communications Lead

• Line management of Associate/Senior Editors.
• Supporting the chief editor in the day-to-day running of the journal.
• Handling original research papers and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
• Supporting the chief editor in shaping and implementing the journal’s editorial strategy.
• Liaising with editors at other journals in the Nature Portfolio family and with experts in the international scientific community.
• Commissioning Reviews and Comment articles and writing Editorials.
• Ensuring Production receives manuscripts in an appropriate and complete state.
• Other tasks as required.

Deputy Editor – Nature Communications

• Assist in the daily management of the journal workflow, with the objective of providing rapid, constructive peer-review and publication decisions
• Respond to authors, reviewers, EBMs, and readers in a timely fashion
• Work with the publishing team in the allocation of manuscripts to EBMs
• Liaise with EBMs on an ongoing basis to follow up on peer review and final decisions, ensuring decision policies are adhered to at all times by EBMs
• Resolve pre- and post- publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct), including communication with authors and other stakeholders
• Support editorial and journal development activities
• Provide input into policy development initiatives and implement editorial policy as required
• Establish and maintain relationships with EBMs, including supporting initiatives to further improve engagement
• Manage recruitment and training of new EBMs where required
• Be an active member of the Springer Nature editorial community, engaging with editorial colleagues on other journals and driving collaboration on projects as necessary

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