Springer Healthcare
Associate or Senior Editor, Scientific Reports (Engineering)
Springer Healthcare, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job title: Associate or Senior Editor, Scientific Reports (Engineering)Location(s): Shanghai, Beijing or New York - Hybrid Working ModelClosing date: 23rd November 2024About Springer Nature GroupSpringer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 180 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities - enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow. Visit http://group.springernature.com/ and follow @SpringerNature / @SpringerNatureGroupScientific Reports
is a primary research journal from the publishers of Nature, covering all areas of the natural sciences, psychology, medicine and engineering. Online and open access,
Scientific Reports
publishes a high volume of scientifically valid, original research papers, without barriers to access. With the support of external Editorial Board Members, papers are rapidly peer-reviewed to ensure they are technically sound.About the RoleAs an Associate or Senior Editor, you will support the Chief Editor and Deputy Editors of
Scientific Reports
in managing the Editorial Board and editorial decision-making processes across the journal. You will support content delivery by making editorial decisions, and managing peer review for specific manuscripts, and help to expand the reach of the journal through conference attendance and dedicated outreach initiatives. Key performance indicators include rapid publication, sound peer-review practices, and high levels of service to authors, reviewers and Editorial Board Members (EBMs). This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody with a passion for science to break into an editorial career on a high-profile, fast-paced, multidisciplinary journal. The position is offered on a full-time basis and will be based in our Shanghai, Beijing or New York office on a hybrid working basis.Responsibilities include:Community outreach, to EBMs, and potential authors, including participation at international and national conferences, Editorial Board meetings and lab visits as required.Contribute to content development by working with the Editorial Board on the commissioning and publication of subject-specific collections.Establish and maintain relationships with EBMs; support the recruitment and training of new EBMs where requiredAssist in the daily management of the journal workflow, acting as handling editor on manuscripts, providing rapid, constructive peer-review and publication decisionsPromptly resolve pre- and post- publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct)Input to policy development initiatives and implement editorial policySign-off social media and marketing contentExperience, skills and qualificationsPhD-level research experience (any field of engineering)Thorough understanding of the scientific research community and its needsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsSound knowledge of and interest in science in generalHighly self-motivated, resourceful and achievement-orientedStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong workload management and organisational skillsActive, supportive team player with an adaptable and flexible approachWillingness to travelTo apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions in the role, including your salary expectations.At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent.
Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion
If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation.US employees are eligible for benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life and AD&D insurance, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, paid vacation and sick time, flexible spending accounts, and a 401k retirement savings plan.In order to comply with various pay transparency laws and legislations in the United States, the salary range and benefits for this position are included. This information is only applicable to US-based candidates and the actual salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. Salary ranges differ by country due to various local market considerations. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $74,000 / Senior Editor: $91,000.For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers#LI-EW1Job Posting End Date:24-11-2024
is a primary research journal from the publishers of Nature, covering all areas of the natural sciences, psychology, medicine and engineering. Online and open access,
Scientific Reports
publishes a high volume of scientifically valid, original research papers, without barriers to access. With the support of external Editorial Board Members, papers are rapidly peer-reviewed to ensure they are technically sound.About the RoleAs an Associate or Senior Editor, you will support the Chief Editor and Deputy Editors of
Scientific Reports
in managing the Editorial Board and editorial decision-making processes across the journal. You will support content delivery by making editorial decisions, and managing peer review for specific manuscripts, and help to expand the reach of the journal through conference attendance and dedicated outreach initiatives. Key performance indicators include rapid publication, sound peer-review practices, and high levels of service to authors, reviewers and Editorial Board Members (EBMs). This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody with a passion for science to break into an editorial career on a high-profile, fast-paced, multidisciplinary journal. The position is offered on a full-time basis and will be based in our Shanghai, Beijing or New York office on a hybrid working basis.Responsibilities include:Community outreach, to EBMs, and potential authors, including participation at international and national conferences, Editorial Board meetings and lab visits as required.Contribute to content development by working with the Editorial Board on the commissioning and publication of subject-specific collections.Establish and maintain relationships with EBMs; support the recruitment and training of new EBMs where requiredAssist in the daily management of the journal workflow, acting as handling editor on manuscripts, providing rapid, constructive peer-review and publication decisionsPromptly resolve pre- and post- publication issues raised by staff, EBMs and readers (e.g. authorship, scope, ethics and consent, misconduct)Input to policy development initiatives and implement editorial policySign-off social media and marketing contentExperience, skills and qualificationsPhD-level research experience (any field of engineering)Thorough understanding of the scientific research community and its needsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsSound knowledge of and interest in science in generalHighly self-motivated, resourceful and achievement-orientedStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong workload management and organisational skillsActive, supportive team player with an adaptable and flexible approachWillingness to travelTo apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter outlining your key ambitions in the role, including your salary expectations.At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture, where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture and develop the very best talent.
Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here: https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion
If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation.US employees are eligible for benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life and AD&D insurance, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, paid vacation and sick time, flexible spending accounts, and a 401k retirement savings plan.In order to comply with various pay transparency laws and legislations in the United States, the salary range and benefits for this position are included. This information is only applicable to US-based candidates and the actual salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level and equity. Salary ranges differ by country due to various local market considerations. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.US Annualized Base Salary Range: Associate Editor: $74,000 / Senior Editor: $91,000.For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatureCareers#LI-EW1Job Posting End Date:24-11-2024