Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Mechanical Engineering

Springer Nature Ltd; Italia; Ibrido; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading global publishing company is seeking an Associate or Senior Editor for the launch of Nature Mechanical Engineering. This role involves shaping and developing the journal, handling research submissions, and overseeing the editorial process. Candidates must have a PhD and a strong track record in research related to mechanical engineering. The position is hybrid, located in Milan, with a focus on flexibility and inclusiveness.

Competenze

• PhD with a strong track record in research relevant to mechanical engineering.
• Broad scientific knowledge and training in related fields.
• Excellent literary and communication skills are essential.

Mansioni

• Shape, develop, and establish the journal from inception.
• Handle original research papers and oversee peer review.
• Contribute to content development and strategy in the journal.

Conoscenze

Strong track record in research

Excellent literary and communication skills

Ability to absorb new areas of research

Broad scientific knowledge

Formazione

PhD

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Job Title: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Mechanical Engineering

Location: Shanghai, Beijing, Milan or Madrid - Hybrid Working Model

Closing date: 1st March, 2026

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About The Role

We areseekinga highly motivated individual to join the launch team of Nature Mechanical Engineering as an Associate or Senior Editor.

Mechanical engineering is truly an interdisciplinary field. Mechanical engineers are involved in the design, development, and manufacture of devices and systems that havemovingparts,across scales from nanotechnology to large aerospace systems. Mechanical engineers are critical innovators inalmost everymajor field, including robotics and automation, aerospace and ocean engineering, materials and manufacturing, human health, energy, and environmental sustainability.

Launching in 2027, Nature Mechanical Engineering will publish high-impact research across all application areas of mechanical engineering, as well as fundamental mechanics of immediateinterestto the community. As the first broad-scope, flagship journal dedicated to mechanical engineering, it will connect academia, industry, and policymakers,showcasingthe critical role mechanical engineers play in building a better future.

We are open to applicants with expertise in mechanical materials and structures, and their manufacturing processes andinstruments.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be part of the journal launch team and play a key role inshaping, developing, andestablishingthe journal from the very beginning.
• Handle original research papers and work closely with editorial teams on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection, overseeing peerreview and making well-reasoned decisions.
• Contribute to content development and strategy in the represented area.
• Commission and edit content such as Reviews, Perspectives, and Comments, and write editorials.
• Work extensively with editors at other journals in the Nature portfolio.
• Attend conferences and visit research institutions.

Qualifications

Required Skills, Qualification and Experience:

Essential:

• Applicants must have a PhD, with a strong track record in research relevant to the fields covered in the journal.
• Broad scientific knowledge and training.
• Excellent literary and communication skills.
• The ability to absorb new areas of research.

Desirable:

• Postdoctoral experience.
• Previous editorial experience.

Applications

Applications should include the following:

• A cover letter explaining your motivation for the role, your salary expectations, notice period, and preferred office location.
• ACV.
• A selection of three recent papers that you would consider for publication in Nature Mechanical Engineering, together with a full reference and link to the article, and a brief rationale for your choice.
• a News and Views-style piece (no more than 500 words) on a recent engineering project in mechanical engineering field that you found particularly exciting.

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