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Are you looking for Senior Editor or Associate Editor Chemistry Jobs in Pune? Springer Nature Careers offers an exciting opportunity to join Nature Chemistry as a Locum Editor covering chemical biology, biological chemistry, peptides, proteins, and natural products. This role is ideal for candidates with a PhD in chemistry-related disciplines who want to shape high-impact research content, engage with the global scientific community, and build a rewarding editorial career in a hybrid work environment.
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is a leading global publisher, providing researchers, educators, and professionals access to high-quality scientific knowledge for over 180 years. Through Springer Nature Careers, the company offers opportunities to build global editorial careers and contribute to journals, books, and platforms that reach millions of readers worldwide. Nature Chemistry is a flagship journal dedicated to publishing cutting-edge research across all chemistry disciplines, including chemical biology, peptides, proteins, and nucleic acids.
- Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor (Chemical Biology / Biological Chemistry), Nature Chemistry
- Location: London or Pune – Hybrid Work
About the Role
As a Senior or Associate Editor, you will:
- Assess manuscripts and oversee peer review in chemical biology and biological chemistry.
- Shape journal content and develop Reviews, Comments, and News & Views.
- Write editorial pieces as needed and engage with the global scientific community.
- Collaborate with editors across Springer Nature Careers and represent the journal at meetings.
This position is ideal for candidates seeking Chemistry Jobs in Pune or globally, offering hands-on editorial experience with high-impact research.
Role Responsibilities
Manuscript Assessment & Editorial Work
- Assess the novelty, context, and significance of submitted research across chemical biology and related fields.
- Manage the peer-review process and make editorial decisions.
- Contribute to strategic content development for Nature Chemistry.
- Commission, edit, and develop Review, Comment, and News & Views content.
- Write editorial pieces when needed.
Community & Cross-Journal Engagement
- Collaborate closely with editors across the Nature Portfolio.
- Liaise with researchers and experts from the international scientific community.
- Represent the journal at scientific meetings when required.
Requirements
- A PhD in a chemistry-related discipline with a focus on chemical biology or biological chemistry is essential.
- Additional postdoctoral or research experience is valued but not required.
- Deep understanding of current developments and trends in chemical biology/biological chemistry.
- Strong scientific curiosity and broad interest beyond your own speciality.
- Ability to critically evaluate research for novelty and impact.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluent written and spoken English.
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative editorial environment.
Desirable
- Editorial experience is not required; however, applicants with substantial editorial experience will be considered for the Senior Editor level.
Additional Information
Applicants should include:
- A CV
- A cover letter outlining interest in the role and preferred office location
- A 300-word Research Highlight (separate file) in the style of Nature Chemistry, covering a recent peer-reviewed paper not from your own research group or from Nature Chemistry
