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Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor. Nature Sensors

Location: New York, Philadelphia, Jersey City, Shanghai, Beijing or Nanjing

Deadline: April 11th, 2025

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About the Role

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the launch team of Nature Sensors as an Associate or Senior Editor.

Nature Sensors will be a multidisciplinary journal at the intersection of applied sciences and engineering, showcasing advancements in sensor technologies, enabling methodologies, and their applications across diverse fields, including environmental monitoring, biomedical diagnostics, wearable and implantable devices, and smart sensing systems for the Internet of Things.

Nature Sensors will connect researchers, industry experts, innovators, policymakers, and the public and publish thought pieces exploring the impact of the ubiquity of sensors, the datafication of society, and other broader challenges and issues in the field. The journal will emphasize real-world, societal applications of sensor technology, publishing original research, reviews, commentary, and opinion pieces across this broad domain. The journal aims to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration by uniting various scientific communities with the shared goal of developing and applying sensor technologies for societal benefit.

We welcome candidates with expertise across sensing research, including sensor devices (chemical, thermal, biosensors, optical, quantum, acoustic, and multi-modal systems) and advanced technologies (remote sensing, sensor networks, wearable and implantable sensors, AI-driven smart sensors, and lab-on-a-chip systems). Applications span energy, environmental monitoring, healthcare, industrial automation, robotics, precision agriculture, and next-generation computing. A broad interest in sensing is essential, as the Editor will be part of a small launch team covering all aspects of this dynamic field.

The successful candidate will report to the Chief Editor and have an important role in setting the journal's agenda and shaping the scope of this new launch.

The position is offered based on a hybrid working pattern and on a full-time basis New York, Philadelphia, Jersey City, Shanghai, Beijing or Nanjing

Role Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will play an important role in determining the representation of the fields they handle for the journal.

• They will work closely within a small team of editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection, management of the peer review process, commissioning and editing of reviews and comments, and writing for the journal.

• They will have an interest in engaging with topical issues for the sensing community is essential.

• They will have a broad scientific knowledge and training.

• They will have excellent literary skills and a keen interest in the practice and communication of science are a prerequisite.

• They must be an enthusiastic communicator, have excellent interpersonal skills and be prepared to liaise with their community of researchers through conference attendance and lab visits, virtually and in person.

Experience, Skills, & Qualifications:

• Research experience to PhD (or equivalent) and preferably postdoctoral experience

• Should be able to demonstrate a general interest in other areas of sensing research beyond their own.

• Be 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.

• Editorial experience would be beneficial but is not required; candidates with substantial editorial experience will be considered for Senior Editor.

• Willingness to travel is essential.

To Apply:

Applications should include the following:

• A cover letter telling us who you are and why you want to work as a full-time journal editor at Nature Sensors, as well as your salary expectation, notice period and preferred office of employment.

• A CV detailing your education, relevant employment history, list of published scientific papers, and any other achievements that you feel demonstrate your suitability for the position.

• A 250-word Research Highlight in the style of Nature Electronics (see https://www.nature.com/natelectron/ on a peer-reviewed sensing research paper that has caught your attention recently. The paper you highlight should not be from your own (or previous) research group but should be on a topic that you find interesting. The Highlight should explain the importance and implications of the research to someone who is not a specialist in the subject.

Application Deadline: April 11th, 2025

Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below:

* 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 https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf poster.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.For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://careers.springernature.com/

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