Nature Portfolio
Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biological, Clinical, and Social Sciences
Nature Portfolio, New York, New York, us, 10261
Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biological, Clinical, and Social Sciences
Join to apply for the
Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biological, Clinical, and Social Sciences
role at
Nature Portfolio
Title:
Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biological, Clinical, and Social Sciences
Locations:
New York, Jersey City, or Berlin – Hybrid Working Model
Closing Date:
January 11th, 2026
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Brand Nature Portfolio’s high-quality journals and services across the life, physical, chemical and applied sciences help move science and society forward.
Nature Portfolio is home to the leading, international weekly journal of science, Nature – founded in 1869. It is also home to the Nature research and Nature Reviews journals, the leading open access multidisciplinary journal Nature Communications, and open access journals including Scientific Reports. Together, these journals publish some of the world's most significant scientific discoveries.
Online, nature.com provides over nine million unique visitors per month with content, including news and comment from the Nature journal, and the leading scientific jobs board, Nature Careers. As part of Springer Nature, Nature Portfolio also offers a range of researcher services, including online and in-person training. For more information, please visit nature.com and follow @NaturePortfolio.
About The Role Do you love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to sate your desire to learn more about scientific research? Do you enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research? If the answer is ‘yes’ to any or all these questions, you could be the person we’re looking for to join the Nature Portfolio editorial team.
To help us to build on the success of the portfolio, we’re seeking a talented and self‑motivated individual to join the biology editorial team as an Associate or Senior Editor in Cardiovascular and Metabolism. In this position, you will be handling basic translational and clinical research in Cardiovascular and Metabolism content in Nature. Your job will include soliciting primary research content in areas of strategic priority, handling the peer‑review of manuscripts in collaboration with your team, engaging with the scientific community in conferences and site visits, and organising special projects and events.
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of research in Cardiovascular or Metabolism. Expertise in one or more of the following areas will be given strong consideration: basic and translational science, clinical trial design and innovation, novel therapeutic approaches.
This is a permanent position within the Nature Portfolio. The successful applicant will primarily support Nature’s biological, clinical, and social sciences team and may collaborate closely with other Nature Portfolio journals as needed.
Please note that responsibilities and journal assignments may evolve over time in response to portfolio needs.
Responsibilities
Report to the relevant deputy editor and work closely with editorial colleagues across the globe.
Play an important role in influencing the representation of your fields in the journal and representing the journal to the international research community.
Handle original research papers and review material – provide well‑reasoned and timely editorial decisions incorporating expert advice.
Liaise extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature family and experts in the international research community.
Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for a Senior Editor position.
Qualifications
Research experience to PhD level (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines (medical sciences, or biological sciences), and ideally with some post‑doctoral research experience.
A passion for science and a thirst to learn more. Demonstrate breadth of interest in Cardiovascular and Metabolism research both within and beyond your specialty.
Ability to read and assess the novelty, context, and implications of research submitted to the journal from different areas of this discipline.
Eager to interact with scientists worldwide, learn more about them and their research, and help them learn more about us and what we are looking for in the papers we seek to publish.
A collaborative spirit: work in a team setting, support and mentor others, and maximise collective success.
Flexibility: comfortable with working in a fast‑paced environment.
Outstanding organisation and time‑management skills; set priorities for yourself and others, and adapt quickly to change.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and fluency in English (written and spoken).
Application Requirements
Covering letter explaining your interest in the position and preferred office of employment.
CV.
List of 5 published articles or preprints from the last year in Cardiovascular and Metabolism that you would have selected editorially for Nature. For each article, provide the full reference, link to the paper, and a brief (100‑word) rationale for your choice.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social Networks
US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $80,000 | Senior Editor: $95,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.
Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following
poster .
At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work
here .
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit
Springer Nature Careers .
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biological, Clinical, and Social Sciences
role at
Nature Portfolio
Title:
Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biological, Clinical, and Social Sciences
Locations:
New York, Jersey City, or Berlin – Hybrid Working Model
Closing Date:
January 11th, 2026
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
About The Brand Nature Portfolio’s high-quality journals and services across the life, physical, chemical and applied sciences help move science and society forward.
Nature Portfolio is home to the leading, international weekly journal of science, Nature – founded in 1869. It is also home to the Nature research and Nature Reviews journals, the leading open access multidisciplinary journal Nature Communications, and open access journals including Scientific Reports. Together, these journals publish some of the world's most significant scientific discoveries.
Online, nature.com provides over nine million unique visitors per month with content, including news and comment from the Nature journal, and the leading scientific jobs board, Nature Careers. As part of Springer Nature, Nature Portfolio also offers a range of researcher services, including online and in-person training. For more information, please visit nature.com and follow @NaturePortfolio.
About The Role Do you love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to sate your desire to learn more about scientific research? Do you enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research? If the answer is ‘yes’ to any or all these questions, you could be the person we’re looking for to join the Nature Portfolio editorial team.
To help us to build on the success of the portfolio, we’re seeking a talented and self‑motivated individual to join the biology editorial team as an Associate or Senior Editor in Cardiovascular and Metabolism. In this position, you will be handling basic translational and clinical research in Cardiovascular and Metabolism content in Nature. Your job will include soliciting primary research content in areas of strategic priority, handling the peer‑review of manuscripts in collaboration with your team, engaging with the scientific community in conferences and site visits, and organising special projects and events.
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of research in Cardiovascular or Metabolism. Expertise in one or more of the following areas will be given strong consideration: basic and translational science, clinical trial design and innovation, novel therapeutic approaches.
This is a permanent position within the Nature Portfolio. The successful applicant will primarily support Nature’s biological, clinical, and social sciences team and may collaborate closely with other Nature Portfolio journals as needed.
Please note that responsibilities and journal assignments may evolve over time in response to portfolio needs.
Responsibilities
Report to the relevant deputy editor and work closely with editorial colleagues across the globe.
Play an important role in influencing the representation of your fields in the journal and representing the journal to the international research community.
Handle original research papers and review material – provide well‑reasoned and timely editorial decisions incorporating expert advice.
Liaise extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature family and experts in the international research community.
Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for a Senior Editor position.
Qualifications
Research experience to PhD level (or equivalent) in relevant disciplines (medical sciences, or biological sciences), and ideally with some post‑doctoral research experience.
A passion for science and a thirst to learn more. Demonstrate breadth of interest in Cardiovascular and Metabolism research both within and beyond your specialty.
Ability to read and assess the novelty, context, and implications of research submitted to the journal from different areas of this discipline.
Eager to interact with scientists worldwide, learn more about them and their research, and help them learn more about us and what we are looking for in the papers we seek to publish.
A collaborative spirit: work in a team setting, support and mentor others, and maximise collective success.
Flexibility: comfortable with working in a fast‑paced environment.
Outstanding organisation and time‑management skills; set priorities for yourself and others, and adapt quickly to change.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and fluency in English (written and spoken).
Application Requirements
Covering letter explaining your interest in the position and preferred office of employment.
CV.
List of 5 published articles or preprints from the last year in Cardiovascular and Metabolism that you would have selected editorially for Nature. For each article, provide the full reference, link to the paper, and a brief (100‑word) rationale for your choice.
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits: Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social Networks
US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $80,000 | Senior Editor: $95,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.
Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following
poster .
At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work
here .
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit
Springer Nature Careers .
#J-18808-Ljbffr