Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Genetics
Pubblicato il 17-08-2026 - Springer Nature in Italia
Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Genetics
Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Madrid, Milan or Pune (Hybrid Working Model)
Application Deadline: Aug 3rd, 2026
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world, providing technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers uncover new ideas. The company is committed to progress and inclusive work environments.
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. It includes the internationally renowned journal Nature, Nature Reviews, Nature Communications and others.
About the Role
Nature Genetics is a leading scientific journal that publishes the highest quality research in genetics and genomics with a current focus on the genetic basis for common and complex diseases, and on the functional mechanisms and evolution of gene networks. The role is for an Associate or Senior Editor covering the broad area of cancer research.
Role responsibilities
- Critically evaluate research manuscripts and make initial editorial decisions.
- Select and engage peer reviewers, interpret advice to make post-review editorial decisions.
- Help prospective authors address reviewer feedback and streamline manuscript revision.
- Ensure that all stakeholders comply with best professional, scientific and ethical practices.
- Work closely with the chief editor and editorial team to make sound decisions and contribute to the journal’s annual strategic plan.
- Make timely decisions and adhere to internal processing deadlines.
- Foster relationships with Springer Nature teams beyond Nature Genetics.
- Write front-half pieces such as Editorials and Research Highlights, and edit research manuscripts.
- Select and participate in, or co-organise, international scientific meetings and conferences relevant to the journal’s scope.
- Engage with the global scientific commu