Interim Editor Solid Earth (Geophysics), Nature Geoscience

European Geosciences Union (EGU); Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nature Geoscience, a Springer Nature title, seeks an Interim Editor for Solid Earth (Geophysics). Based in London, with scope across international submissions, you will assess manuscripts, coordinate peer review, and help shape editorial strategy for this premier geoscience journal.

Candidates should hold a PhD in geophysics, possess excellent English, and show enthusiasm for travel and collaboration with the global scientific community.

Qualifications

• A PhD (or equivalent) in geophysics is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluent English.
• Ability to read and assess the novelty, context and implications of geoscience research.
• Willingness to travel and engage with scientists worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Manuscript assessment and critical scientific evaluation with editors and reviewers.
• Make well-reasoned editorial decisions based on expert advice and context.
• Contribute to content strategy and geophysics coverage at Nature Geoscience.
• Commission, edit content such as Reviews, or write editorials as needed.
• Liaise with editors across journals in the Nature Portfolio and the international scientific community.
• Attend conferences and visit research institutions to stay connected with the field.

Skills

Fluent English

Editorial evaluation

Manuscript assessment

Travel willingness

Education

PhD in Geophysics

Job description

Position

Interim Editor Solid Earth (Geophysics), Nature Geoscience

Employer

Springer Nature

Location

London, Milano, Pune, United Kingdom

Sector

Cryospheric Sciences (CR), Geodynamics (GD), Seismology (SM)

Classification

Full time

Level

Entry level

Salary

Open

Preferred Education

PhD

Application deadline

1 October 2026

Job Description

Nature Geoscience is a monthly online and print journal that publishes the very best research from across the Earth and planetary sciences. The aim of this highly selective title is to understand Earth's history and its future evolution through publication of primary research, synthesis, news and opinion-type articles from across the broad spectrum of geosciences, encompassing field work, modelling and theoretical studies. We’re seeking an editor with experience in geophysics who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet. Knowledge of seismology, tectonics, geodynamics, and natural hazards would be desirable as would interests in glaciology and geomorphology.

Responsibilities

• Manuscript Assessment and Critical Scientific Evaluation - Handling original research papers and working closely with editor teams on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
• Decision Quality - Making well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in the light of expert advice.
• Scientific Comprehension - Contributing to content and strategy in this area at Nature Geoscience
• Scientific & Academic Writing - Commissioning, editing content such as Reviews, or writing editorials.
• Liaising extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature Portfolio and with experts in the international scientific community – Collaboration, Communicates Effectively.
• Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• A PhD (or equivalent) in a field related to geophysics.
• A thorough understanding of recent trends and developments in the field is essential.
• A passion for science and a thirst to learn more. You must be able to demonstrate the breadth of your interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your specialty.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including fluent 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.

Desirable

• Additional research experience valuable but not needed.
• Editorial experience is not required, although applicants with editorial experience are encouraged to apply and may be considered for Senior Editor positions.