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About the Role

We are seeking an Associate or Senior Editor with research experience in machine learning development, computational social sciences, computational neuroscience, and/or computational linguistics to join Communications AI & Computing. This multidisciplinary open-access journal publishes high-quality research across computational sciences and AI, championing rigorous, reproducible, and reusable computational research. The role involves selecting and developing manuscripts for publication and promoting the journal’s coverage of computer science research. Experience in AI ethics and human-machine interaction is welcome but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Making well-reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in the light of expert advice, following the journal’s editorial policy and standards.
Contributing to the development of editorial policies and guidelines for research involving AI and computational sciences, with a focus on open science.
Making accepted manuscripts accessible to a broad computer science readership by advising authors on titles, abstracts, introductions, and structure, as well as ensuring high overall reporting standards.
Helping to recruit, support, and engage a team of external editors, guiding and assisting them with editorial tasks and ensuring they implement the journal’s philosophy and policies.
Commissioning various content including Reviews, Perspectives and Comment articles.
Attending conferences and meetings and visiting research institutions, and reporting on these activities.
Broadcasting published works by curating and suggesting publications for press releases or Research Highlights.
Contributing editorial content to special projects or collections as agreed with the Chief Editor.

Requirements

PhD level research experience in machine learning, including algorithm development, computational social science, computational neuroscience, and/or computational linguistics.
A strength in AI ethics and human-machine interaction is welcome but not necessary.
Candidates from other AI-related disciplines areas, especially with clear ethical and policy relevance, are also welcome to apply.
Editorial experience, postdoctoral experience, and broad training will be an advantage but not an essential requirement.
A passion for science and a desire to learn more.
Demonstrated breadth of interest in scientific research, both within and beyond your specialty.
The ability to read and assess the novelty, context, and implications of research submitted to the journal from different disciplines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English (written and spoken).
A desire to meet scientists worldwide, online and in person, and to 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.

Skills

SN-Manuscript Assessment
SN-Critical Scientific Evaluation
SN-Scientific Comprehension
SN-Collaboration
SN-Decision Quality
SN-Communicates Effectively
SN-Scientific & Academic Writing
SN-Being Resilient
SN-Operational Excellence
SN-Interpersonal Awareness

Location

Shanghai
Beijing
Pune
New Delhi
Berlin
Madrid

Work Type

hybrid
fulltime
permanent

Experience Level

Associate
Senior

Education Level

About the Company

Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit about.springernature.com and @SpringerNature.
Nature Portfolio’s high-quality journals and services across the life, physical, chemical and applied sciences help move science and society forward.
Nature Portfolio is home to the leading, international weekly journal of science, Nature – founded in 1869. It is also home to the Nature research and Nature Reviews journals, the leading open access multidisciplinary journal Nature Communications, and open access journals including Scientific Reports. Together, these journals publish some of the world's most significant scientific discoveries.
Online, nature.com provides over nine million unique visitors per month with content, including news and comment from the Nature journal, and the leading scientific jobs board, Nature Careers. As part of Springer Nature, Nature Portfolio also offers a range of researcher services, including online and in-person training. For more information, please visit nature.com and follow @NaturePortfolio.

Equal Opportunity

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