Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Computational Science

Title: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Computational Science

Organization: Nature Portfolio

Location: Shanghai, Beijing, New York or New Jersey - Hybrid Working Model

Closing date: January 5th, 2026

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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 editor with experience in computational biology, bioinformatics and systems biology (genome informatics and/or computational structural biology preferred) who has a critical eye, a deep understanding of their subject and beyond, and who can think on their feet.

This is a permanent position within the Nature Portfolio. The successful candidate will primarily support Nature Computational Science and may collaborate closely with other Nature Portfolio journals as needed. Please note that responsibilities and journal assignments may evolve over time in response to portfolio needs.

• Handling original research papers and working closely with editor teams on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection and overseeing peer review.
• Making well‑reasoned editorial decisions on submitted manuscripts in the light of expert advice.
• Contributing to content and strategy in this area at Nature Computational Science and other Nature Portfolio journals as needed.
• 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.
• Attending conferences and visiting research institutions.

• A PhD (or equivalent) in a field related to computational biology and bioinformatics.
• Additional research experience valuable but not required.
• 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…