Associate Editor – Scientific Reports (PhD in Life Sciences Required) | Springer Nature
Are you passionate about scientific research, editorial excellence, and publishing innovation? Springer Nature, a global leader in academic and scientific publishing, is looking for an Associate Editor of scientific Reports (Life Sciences, PhD Required) to join our team in Pune, India (Hybrid Work Model). This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s leading open-access research journals, collaborate with top researchers, and shape the future of science communication and publishing. If you have a PhD in Life Sciences and a deep understanding of the scientific research community, we invite you to be part of this exciting journey!
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, and benefit the generations that follow.Job Description of Associate Editor – Scientific Reports Job
Job Title: Associate Editor, Scientific Reports (Life Sciences)
Location(s): Pune – Hybrid Working Model
End Date: March 24, 2025
- Job Requisition ID: JR102433
About the Role
Scientific Reports is a primary research journal from the publishers of Nature, covering all areas of the natural sciences, psychology, medicine, and engineering. As an Associate Editor, you will support the Chief Editor and Deputy Editors of Scientific Reports in managing the Editorial Board and editorial decision-making processes across the journal. This is a full-time position based in our Pune office on a hybrid working basis.
Responsibilities
- Community outreach to Editorial Board Members and potential authors
- Assist in managing journal workflow and peer-review processes
- Contribute to content development and subject-specific collections
- Establish and maintain relationships with Editorial Board Members
- Resolve publication issues and contribute to policy development
- Sign-off social media and marketing content
Experience, Skills, and Qualifications for Associate Editor – Scientific Reports Job
- PhD-level research experience in any life science discipline
- Thorough understanding of the scientific research community
- Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated, resourceful, achievement-oriented, and a team player
- Willingness to travel
To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions in the role, including your salary expectations.
Eligibility: In accordance with our internal career movement guidance, 12 months in the current role is a requirement before applying to a new role.
Keywords: Associate Editor, Scientific Reports, Life Sciences, Journal, Research, Nature.
