Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Communications (Condensed matter physics)

Title: Associate or Senior Editor (Condensed matter physics)

Organisation: Nature Communications

Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, New York, Jersey City, Madrid, Milan - hybrid working model

Closing date: 17th Oct 2025

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About The Role

Nature Communications is the leading multidisciplinary Open Access journal, publishing high-quality scientific research. To help us to build on the success of this journal, we’re seeking an experimental or theoretical condensed matter physicist who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet.

The Associate/Senior Editor role at Nature Communications is ideal for researchers who love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to sate your desire to learn more about the natural world and for those who enjoy reading papers outside their chosen area of research.

The responsibilities include: 

• Handling original research papers, and working closely with other editors on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.

• Making well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in the light of expert advice.

• Determining the representation of their subject in the journal.

• Liaising extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature family and with experts in the international scientific community.

• Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.

To be considered for the position, you will have: 

• A PhD (or equivalent) in condensed matter physics. This could include, but is not limited to, topological physics.

• You must be able to demonstrate the breadth of your interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your speciality. While we are seeking a solid-state physicist with a primary focus on topological matter, we also welcome applications from researchers working in various aspects of condensed matter physics, including correlated materials, mesoscopic dynamics in solid-state systems, phase transitions. However, please note that we are

• not considering applicants whose research is primarily in materials science with an emphasis on energy-related applications, such as batteries, catalysis, supercapacitors, or any chemistry-driven materials development. Applications from candidates in these areas will not be considered.

• Some postdoctoral research experience is preferred but not essential. A thorough understanding of the fundamentals of the subject is essential.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be fluent in English (written and spoken).

• The ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of research submitted to the journal from different areas of this discipline.

• Be eager to travel and meet 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.

This role can be located in our Shanghai, Beijing, Nanjing, New York, Jersey City, Madrid, Milan offices. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with significant editorial experience are encouraged to apply and will potentially be considered for Senior Editor positions.

Applicants should include a CV, a cover letter explaining their interest in the post, and their preferred office of employment. External applicants may apply only for the locations listed above. Internal applicants are welcome to apply from other editorial hubs within our organization.
 
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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: $80,000 / Senior Editor: $95,000.

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