Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Genetics

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ppbJob Title: /b Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Genetics /p pbLocations: /b Shanghai, Beijing, Madrid, Milan, Pune (Hybrid Working Model) /p pbApplication Deadline: /b Aug 3rd 2026 /p pbAbout the Role: /b Nature Genetics is a leading journal that publishes research on genetics and genomics, with current emphasis on the genetic basis for common and complex diseases and the functional mechanisms, architecture, and evolution of gene networks. This position is for a senior or associate editor covering cancer research, responsible for manuscript evaluation, peer‑review management, and engagement with the scientific community. /p h3Role Responsibilities /h3 ul liCritically evaluate research manuscripts and make initial editorial decisions – scientific comprehension, manuscript assessment. /li liSelect and engage peer reviewers, interpret their advice for post‑peer‑review editorial decisions – decision quality, critical scientific evaluation. /li liHelp prospective authors address reviewers’ feedback and streamline manuscript revision – collaboration, critical scientific evaluation. /li liEnsure authors and reviewers comply with professional, scientific and ethical standards, upholding internal and external policies – collaboration, interpersonal awareness. /li liWork closely with the chief editor and editorial team to make sound decisions, develop and execute the journal’s strategic plan, and contribute to achieving the journal’s goals – collaboration, interpersonal awareness, critical scientific evaluation. /li liMake timely decisions on manuscripts and adhere to internal processing deadlines – resilience, operational excellence.



/li liFoster relationships with Springer Nature teams across other journals, production, and related functions – collaboration. /li liWrite front‑half pieces for the journal such as editorials and research highlights, and edit research manuscripts – scientific academic writing. /li liSelect and participate in, and potentially co‑organise, international scientific meetings and conferences relevant to the journal’s scope – collaboration, interpersonal awareness. /li liEngage with the global scientific community through institutional and laboratory visits – collaboration, interpersonal awareness. /li liRespond promptly to requests from authors, reviewers, and colleagues – communication skills, operational excellence. /li liAdhere to and help improve internal editorial pipelines, processes and policies – operational excellence. /li /ul h3Experience, Skills Qualifications /h3 h3Essential /h3 ul liPhD in cancer research or oncology, or a PhD in biomedical research followed by postdoctoral experience in cancer research. /li liBroad interest in science and in‑depth knowledge of the cancer research field. /li liAbility to understand and critically evaluate research relevant to the journal’s scope. /li liFluency in spoken and written English.



/li liProven ability in scientific and academic writing. /li liExcellent communication skills and the ability to build internal and external relationships. /li liEagerness to learn new fields and engage with the scientific community. /li liWillingness and proven ability to work in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment. /li liDetail‑, time‑, and quality‑oriented with strong organizational and prioritisation skills. /li liBasic understanding of publishing workflows and systems. /li /ul h3Desirable /h3 ul liExpertise in bioinformatics. /li liPostdoctoral experience. /li liEditorial experience. /li /ul pFull training will be provided, but candidates with editorial experience may be considered for a Senior Editor position. /p h3To Apply /h3 ul liCurriculum Vitae (CV). /li liCover letter explaining interest in the position and salary expectations. /li liA concise 700–1000 word discussion of recently published scientific developments in the cancer field that you find particularly exciting, styled as a Nature Genetics News Views article but not about a Nature Genetics paper. /li /ul h3Salary (Milan, Italy only) /h3 ul liAssociate Editor: Minimum salary €41,500. /li liSenior Editor: Minimum salary €55,000. /li /ul pSpringer Nature promotes an inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from individuals belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99. If you have 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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