Springer Nature is hiring: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Materials in New Y

Overview

Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Materials — Nature Portfolio, a Springer Nature brand.

Locations: New York, Jersey City, Shanghai or Beijing. Application deadline: October 13, 2025.

About Springer Nature

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About the Brand

Nature Portfolio is a flagship portfolio of journals, products and services including Nature and the Nature-branded journals, dedicated to serving the scientific community. Visit Nature.com and follow @Nature / @NaturePortfolio. Nature Portfolio is a world leader in publishing high-quality research. The Nature Portfolio journals include Nature, the Nature Research journals, the Nature Reviews journals, Nature Communications as well as the Communications journals and npj series.

Nature Materials (https://www.nature.com/nmat/) is a monthly multi-disciplinary journal aimed at bringing together cutting-edge research across the entire spectrum of materials science and engineering. Nature Materials publishes original research papers on all aspects of materials science, as well as reviews, Perspectives, News & Views and Editorial and Comment pieces on topics of interest to researchers in this area, both in academia and industry.

About the Role

We are seeking an editor with a research background in energy materials or catalysis, with openness to candidates from all areas of materials science. The successful candidate will primarily support Nature Materials and may collaborate with other Nature Portfolio journals as needed. Responsibilities and journal assignments may evolve over time in response to portfolio needs.

This is a permanent position within Nature Portfolio. The role is based in one of the following locations: New York, Jersey City, Shanghai or Beijing. The position is offered on a permanent basis and the start date is as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Handle original research papers and work with editor teams on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
• Make well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts with expert input.
• Contribute to content and strategy for Nature Materials and other Nature Portfolio journals as needed.
• Commission and edit content such as Reviews, Perspectives, Comments, or write editorials.
• liaise with editors at other journals in the Nature family and with experts in the international scientific community.
• Attend conferences and visit research institutions.

Qualifications

• A PhD, or equivalent qualification, in a topic related to materials science.
• Additional research experience is valuable but not required.
• A thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field is essential.
• A passion for science and a breadth of interest in scientific research, both within and beyond the candidate’s specialty.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluent English (written and spoken).
• Ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the journal from different areas of materials science.
• Willingness to travel and meet scientists worldwide, and to help them learn about Nature Materials and our editorial criteria.
• Editorial experience is not required, though applicants with editorial experience may be considered for Senior Editor positions.

To Apply

To apply, upload the required materials below: a cover letter explaining interest, salary expectations and preferred office location; a CV detailing education and relevant employment history; and a 300-word discussion (Research Highlight style) of a recent peer-reviewed paper in a field relevant to Nature Materials. The highlighted paper should not be from the candidate’s own group or published in Nature Materials and should be accessible to non-specialists.

Closing date: October 13, 2025. Candidates will be considered as they apply.

Benefits and Salary

US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $80,000; Senior Editor: $95,000. Salary offers vary by experience, education and skills. The US salary range may differ from other countries’ ranges when converted to local currency. Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, hybrid office policy, summer hours, paid time off, flexible spending and commuter programs, life insurance, disability coverage, tuition assistance, voluntary benefits, employee assistance program, and family-friendly benefits.

Equal Opportunity

Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with applicable laws and regulations. Diversity and inclusion are valued, and we strive to attract, nurture and develop talent. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or chronic conditions, please contact us for accommodations.

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Job Posting End Date: 14-10-2025