Associate/Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Human Behaviour)

Title Associate/Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Human Behaviour team)

Location New York, Jersey City, Philadelphia, Berlin, Shanghai, Pune or Delhi

Closing Date July 10, 2026

About the Role Do you love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to satisfy your desire to learn more about the world? Do you enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research? If the answer is "yes" to any or all of these questions, you could be the person we’re looking for to join the Human Behaviour team of Nature Communications.

Role Responsibilities

Handling original research papers and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.

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.

Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.

Commissioning and editing reviews, and writing editorials.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

A PhD in the quantitative social sciences or in computational science. We especially welcome applicants who have experience with mathematical/computational modelling and simulations.

Significant research experience is preferred.

A thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field is essential.

A passion for science and a thirst to learn more. You must be able to demonstrate the breadth of your interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your specialty.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in English (written and spoken).

The ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the journal.

Be eager to travel and meet 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.

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

Volunteer 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

Salary Range (US) 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.

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