Interim Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biomedical Engineering

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Interim Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Biomedical Engineering Locations:
London or Pune – Hybrid working model Final date to receive applications: 21st October

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Do you love science but feel that a career at the bench isn’t enough to sate your desire to learn more about scientific research? Do you enjoy reading papers outside your chosen area of research? If the answer is ‘yes’ to any or all these questions, you could be the person we’re looking for to join the Nature Portfolio editorial team.

To help us build on the success of the portfolio, we’re seeking an Editorwith experience in biomedical imaging or genome engineering who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and interests beyond, and who can think on their feet. Broader knowledge in gene therapy is desirable although we are open to applications from all biomedical engineers. As Interim Associate or Senior Editor, you will handle manuscripts in all areas of bioengineering and biomedical engineering research, particularly imaging and image analysis or genome engineering and gene therapy.

You will participate in the daily life of the Nature Biomedical Engineering team and contribute significantly to editorial activities and (as appropriate) to the publishing activities of Nature Biomedical Engineering. This role is offered on a maternity cover basis and can be based in our London or Pune offices on a hybrid working model.

The locations strategy supports team structure and aligns business needs.

• Select and reject manuscripts for publication, within the framework of current editorial policy, demonstrating scientific comprehension and evaluation as well as decision quality
• Cover for absent colleagues or lack of special knowledge in the editorial team, showing strong collaboration
• Strengthen Nature Biomedical Engineering reputation in the scientific community by fostering good relationships with researchers, communicating and collaborating effectively
• Where agreed, take responsibility for the development of a broad subject area
• Where agreed, define topics for Perspective and Review Articles, assessing proposals from potential…