Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Mechanical Engineering

Springer Nature; Nuevo León; Híbrido; MXN 400,000 - 600,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading academic publisher is seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Editor for Nature Mechanical Engineering, which launches in 2027. The successful candidate will shape the journal's direction by handling original research papers and collaborating closely with editorial teams. Applicants must possess a PhD, with a strong research track record and excellent communication skills. This role involves hybrid working, allowing flexibility in work location.

Servicios

Hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Formación

• Must have a PhD with a strong track record in relevant research.
• Excellent literary and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to absorb new areas of research.

Responsabilidades

• Participate in the journal launch team, shaping and establishing the journal.
• Handle research papers and manage the editorial process.
• Contribute to content development and strategy.
• Commission and edit content, including Reviews and Comments.
• Collaborate with other editors in the Nature portfolio.
• Attend conferences and visit research institutions.

Conocimientos

PhD in relevant field

Broad scientific knowledge

Excellent literary skills

Communication skills

Educación

PhD

Descripción del empleo

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 are seeking a 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 have moving parts, across scales from nanotechnology to large aerospace systems. Mechanical engineers are critical innovators in almost every major 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 immediate interest to the community. As the first broad-scope, flagship journal dedicated to mechanical engineering, it will connect academia, industry, and policymakers, showcasing the critical role mechanical engineers play in building a better future.

We are open to applicants with expertise in robotics and automation across diverse applications (e.g. health and biomedical, aerospace and space exploration, ocean and underwater engineering, environment monitoring, social and service) as well as their actuation and control.

Role responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be part of the journal launch team and play a key role in shaping, developing, and establishing the 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 peer review 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.

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 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 the mechanical engineering field that you found particularly exciting.

At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that begins with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We believe that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can flourish. If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodation. Find out more about our DEI work here https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion

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Job Posting End Date: 2-03-2026