Springer Nature, the publisher of Nature, is looking to recruit a Chief Editor for Nature Astronomy, a new journal that will launch in 2017.
Nature Astronomy will publish the most significant research at the cutting edge of astronomy, astrophysics and planetary science. It will be a truly multidisciplinary journal, representing — and fostering closer interaction between — all of the key astronomy-relevant disciplines.
To help realize this vision, we require an ambitious, dynamic Chief Editor, who will develop, launch and establish Nature Astronomy as the leading publication covering all aspects of astronomical research.
Applicants must have a PhD and preferably a few years’ postdoctoral experience, and a strong track record in their research area. Previous editorial and/or managerial experience is an additional advantage.
The successful applicant will lead an editorial team, and work closely with them on all aspects of the editorial process, including manuscript selection, commissioning and editing of Reviews and News & Views, and writing for the journal. A key aspect of the job is liaising with the scientific community through laboratory visits and international conferences — willingness to travel is essential.
Working within a dynamic editorial and publishing environment that also includes Nature, Nature Physics and Nature Geoscience, this demanding and stimulating role calls for a keen interest in the practice and communication of science. The successful candidate will be dynamic and outgoing, and have excellent interpersonal skills. Broad scientific knowledge and training, excellent literary skills and the ability to absorb new areas of research are prerequisites.
The position will be based in our London office. Candidates should already have the right to live and work in the UK.
Applicants should send a CV; a statement (1,500 words maximum) that encapsulates their vision for the journal’s content, competitive position and longer-term development; and a brief cover letter explaining their interest in the post and their salary expectations.
Closing Date: 1 July 2016
Reference number: 9343