Job Description:

Nature Research is a flagship portfolio of journals, products and services including Nature and the Nature-branded journals, dedicated to serving the scientific community.

Locum Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Ecology & Evolution
London, New York or Shanghai

Closing date:  April 16th  2021

Nature Ecology & Evolution seeks to appoint a Locum Associate or Senior Editor to join our exciting, dedicated team, publishing original research in all areas of ecology and evolution, and developing the highest standards in editorial practice. The successful candidate will handle manuscripts in all areas of the journal's scope, and play a key role in determining how the field  is represented - through the editorial assessment of manuscripts for publication, management of peer review, commissioning and writing of content and by acting as Nature Ecology & Evolution's interface with the relevant parts of the research community.

This is an intellectually stimulating position, and calls for a keen interest in the practice and communication of science. A key aspect of the job is interaction with the scientific community, including attending online conferences. The successful candidate must, therefore, be a great communicator and have excellent interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate will need a strong track record of research in ecology or evolutionary biology.

Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent degree, with postdoctoral experience preferable. Previous editorial experience is beneficial but not essential as full training will be given.

The position is offered on a full-time basis for 6 months and candidates will work remotely but will be expected to be based in the office once the offices reopen. 

Applications should include all of the following:

1. A cover letter explaining your interest in the position, and indicating salary expectations.

2. A CV / resume detailing your education, relevant employment history, list of published scientific papers, and any other achievements that demonstrate your suitability for the position.

3. A concise discussion of recent scientific developments that you have found particularly exciting (stating why).

Please note the closing date: April 16th 2021.

At Springer Nature we value and celebrate the diversity of our people. We recognize the many benefits of a diverse workforce and 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.

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